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Book Synopsis: The most powerful case yet made for the return of the Parthenon MarblesThe Parthenon Marbles (formerly known as the Elgin Marbles), designed and executed by Pheidias to adorn the Parthenon, are perhaps the greatest of all classical sculptures. In 1801, Lord Elgin, then ambassador to the Turkish government, had chunks of the frieze sawn off and shipped to England, where they were subsequently seized by Parliament and sold to the British Museum to help pay off his debts.
This scandal, exacerbated by the inept handling of the sculptures by their self-appointed guardians, remains unresolved to this day. In his fierce, eloquent account of a shameful piece of British imperial history, Christopher Hitchens makes the moral, artistic, legal and political case for re-unifying the Parthenon frieze in Athens.
The opening of the New Acropolis Museum emphatically trumps the British Museum’s long-standing (if always questionable) objection that there is nowhere in Athens to house the Parthenon Marbles. With contributions by Nadine Gordimer and Professor Charalambos Bouras, The Parthenon Marbles will surely end all arguments about where these great treasures belong, and help bring a two-centuries-old disgrace to a just conclusion.
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Discover the captivating story behind the Parthenon Marbles in our groundbreaking book, "The Parthenon Marbles: The Case for Reunification." These exquisite sculptures, originally designed by the legendary Pheidias to adorn the Parthenon, are widely regarded as the pinnacle of classical art. However, their journey from Greece to England has been marred by scandal and controversy.
Written by the renowned author, Christopher Hitchens, this compelling account sheds light on the unsettling history of the Parthenon Marbles. Hitchens passionately argues for their return to Athens, exposing the moral, artistic, legal, and political implications of their continued separation.
At the center of this debate lies the British Museum, which currently houses the Marbles. However, the recent establishment of the New Acropolis Museum in Athens debunks their long-standing excuse that there is no suitable space available. With unprecedented access to expert insights from Nadine Gordimer and Professor Charalambos Bouras, our book presents a comprehensive and conclusive argument for the reunification of these unrivaled treasures.
Join us in rewriting the future of cultural heritage. Give a voice to justice, artistry, and historical significance. Experience the undeniable power of "The Parthenon Marbles: The Case for Reunification" and help rectify a two-centuries-old disgrace. Order your copy today and be part of a movement that will restore these iconic sculptures to their rightful place. Click here to order now and make a difference.
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