Minoan, Rise and Fall: A Legacy of Myths, Elaborate Art, and Advanced Bronze Age Civilization in the Aegean Sea
About this audiobook
In the Bronze Age Crete was ruled by the Minoans. At the beginning of the twentieth century, Minoan Crete was transformed from myth to archeological reality. The Minoans and their language are still subject to considerable controversy, even over such fundamental details as their identity. Almost everything we know is derived from physical remains, fleshed out somewhat by writings from Classical Greece almost one thousand years after Knossos was destroyed since no written historical records exist from that time. However, the theories about the Minoans can be unified into some consensus, as we shall see below. Fresh discoveries will change this viewpoint radically in the future.
The Minoan Civilization flourished in the Middle Bronze Age on the island of Crete in the eastern Mediterranean from c. 2700 BC to c. 1450 BC (following the Palaeolithic and Neolithic periods). The Minoans were a trading civilization that traded throughout the Eastern Mediterranean, as far north as Britain and as far east as Mesopotamia. The Minoans imported a wide variety of raw materials and manufactured goods from other civilizations, and then they exported their own products, including olive oil, wine, pottery, furniture, perfumes, and jewellery. According to archaeological evidence, the two palaces on the island of Crete at Knossos and Phaistos are considered the largest surviving palaces from antiquity; both were built around 1900 BCE.
About the author
AJ Carmichael is a renowned author and explorer known for his expertise in ancient history, ancient mysteries, and adventure. With a passion for uncovering the secrets of the past, AJ has dedicated his life to exploring the ancient cultures of the world.
AJ's journey began at a young age when he became fascinated with the ancient Egyptians and their mysterious pyramids. As he grew older, he began to delve deeper into studying ancient history, immersing himself in the cultures and customs of civilizations long gone.
After completing his studies, AJ set out on a journey to explore the ancient world firsthand. He traveled to Egypt, Mesopotamia, Greece, and Rome, studying the ruins and artifacts left behind by these ancient cultures. Along the way, he made many exciting discoveries, in addition to his explorations. He has published several bestselling books on ancient history and mysteries, including his ‘Ancient Worlds and Civilizations’ series. These works have earned AJ international acclaim and have established him as a leading authority on ancient history and adventure.
AJ continues to travel the world in search of new discoveries and adventures. His passion for ancient history and his thirst for adventure have taken him to some of the most remote and exotic locations on earth, and his work continues to inspire and captivate audiences around the world.
With his combination of knowledge, skills, and passion, his work continues to shed new light on past civilizations, and his discoveries and explorations have helped bring the ancient world to life for countless readers and enthusiasts.
