This is a life’s work for professor of Archaeology Petros Themelis, who has identified himself completely with Ancient Messene, since for the past 25 years he has totally immersed himself in the excavation and restoration of the ancient state, which has come to light after centuries of silence. Through the pages of this volume, with its colourful text and rich and aesthetically sound representation of the monuments and the Museum’s exhibits, the reader approaches the prehistoric and historic stages of Messenia and Messene, is impressed by the ancient state’s restored monuments, and becomes acquainted with its officials, great benefactors, and also its local and foreign artists, enjoying their great creations.

The archaeologist’s spade reveals important epigraphic monuments that shed light on unknown facets of historical events in antiquity, sometimes affirming or altering previous researchers’ established views.

Walking through the monuments of the ancient Messenian capital today, one realizes that the past does not die completely, but continues to exist and influence us through the generations.

Due to the continuous efforts of Petros Themelis, the archeological site of Messene has become a factor of development and has increased public interest regarding our cultural heritage. The strategies of awakening the citizens’ interest also include the effort to establish cultural events which relate to the ancient places. Here, in ancient Messene, the Ecclesiasterion and the Stadium, after restoration works which lasted for years, are ready to welcome the multitudes of spectators, having proven it successfully during the past years.

• Publisher MILITOS
• ISBN 978-960-464-247-2
• Size 24 x 33,5 cm
• Language English
• Release date 2010

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