
audiobook
by J. A. (James Alexander) M'Clymont
Every attempt has been made to replicate the original as printed.
GREECE · PAINTED BY JOHN FULLEYLOVE, R.I. DESCRIBED BY THE REV. J. A. M‘CLYMONT, M.A., D.D. PUBLISHED BY A. AND C. BLACK · LONDON ·MCMVI
Author’s Note
List of Illustrations
INTRODUCTORY
CHAPTER I THE IONIAN ISLANDS AND THE “ODYSSEY”
CHAPTER II DELPHI AND ITS ORACLE
CHAPTER III OLYMPIA AND ITS GAMES
CHAPTER IV ARCADIA AND ITS ABORIGINES
CHAPTER V SPARTA AND ITS DISCIPLINE
A richly detailed guide invites listeners on a visual journey through Greece’s most celebrated ruins and hidden corners. The narrator’s gentle commentary, based on a recent visit, brings to life the marble grandeur of the Parthenon, the solemn silence of Delphi’s Castalian spring, and the rugged beauty of the Pentelikon quarries. Each description is paired with vivid, full‑page illustrations that capture the subtle play of light on ancient stone.
The book reads like a scholarly yet accessible travelogue, drawing on the insights of classic historians while offering fresh observations. Listeners will hear stories of the Temple of Athena at Sunium, the dramatic landscape of the Battle of Marathon, and the tranquil shores of the Gulf of Messene. The careful balance of factual detail and lyrical prose makes the ancient world feel immediate and tangible.
Designed for curious minds, the volume explores the cultural layers that shaped Greece’s timeless allure. From bustling markets to secluded sanctuaries, the guide paints a picture of a land where myth and history intertwine. It’s an ideal companion for anyone who wishes to wander the ruins without leaving their seat.
Full title
Greece Painted by John Fulleylove; described by J.A. McClymont Painted by John Fulleylove; described by J.A. McClymont
Language
en
Duration
~6 hours (379K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive)
Release date
2014-11-29
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
1848–1927
A Scottish minister, Bible scholar, and travel writer, he is best remembered for clear, accessible books such as The New Testament and Its Writers. His long career in the Church of Scotland gave his writing a practical, teaching-minded tone that still feels approachable.
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