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A component of the Greek Language and Linguistics
Gateway
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Epigraphy is the
study of inscriptions, and more specifically, the deciphering
of ancient inscriptions. Several resources related to the study of
ancient Greek epigraphy are available on the web and can be reached
through this page.
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Organizations
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Several organizations have created websites providing
information on their own epigraphical work or brief descriptions of
work with inscriptions done by others. Some of these sites provide
images of significant inscriptions.
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Images
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The list below provides direct access to a number of
image collections. These collections are developed and maintained by
some of the organizations listed above. By placing their images on the
internet they have made them available to a worldwide network of
scholars interested in ancient Greek epigraphy. They deserve our
sincerest gratitude.
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Discussion List
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INSCRIPTIONES-L
is a moderated scholarly discussion list devoted to
the study of Classical Epigraphy. Its purpose is to provide a forum for
all aspects of such study. While the primary focus of the list is the
discussion of inscriptions from the Greek and Roman worlds, discussion
of inscriptions from 'peripheral cultures' is also welcome.
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Books on Greek Epigraphy
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While many books on epigraphy are
available, the following three are current and influential and provide
specific discussion of ancient Greek inscriptions. Any of them would
make a good starting place for your study. |
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