Masada
by Yadin, Yigael
Published by : Random House (New York) Physical details: 272 pages Year: 1966| Item type | Current location | Call number | Status | Notes | Date due | Barcode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 900 - 999 | 933 Yad (Browse shelf) | Available | Memorial | 40140 |
Includes Bibliography
The challenge -- The task -- Getting to work -- The site -- The northern palace-villa -- The large bath-house -- The storehouses -- The 'apartment' or garrison building -- The byzantine chapel -- The western place -- The casemate wall -- The ritual bath -- The scrolls -- The synagogue and its scrolls -- The remains of the last defenders -- Masada's history in the light of the finds -- The otherside of the hill -- The dramatic end -- The pioneers -- The volunteers.
Illustrated on-site account of the author's archaeological expedition to excavate the Jewish stronghold that fell to Rome in 73 A.D.
40140