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A review by beccaannekent
The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World by Bettany Hughes
adventurous
informative
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
slow-paced
3.5
I’ve always been absolutely obsessed with the Ancient Wonders of the world, even as a kid. HOW did they make such stunning and impressive monuments, with such limited technology?
Hughes brings to life the conception of the wonders, their creation and then their downfall (only the Pyramids at Giza remaining).
Although, potentially a little dry in places - listening to this as an audio was the correct decision. I felt immersed in the descriptions and detail provided. After now finally visiting one of the wonders (The Temple of Artemis) I cannot wait to eventually visit the locations of the others.
Hughes brings to life the conception of the wonders, their creation and then their downfall (only the Pyramids at Giza remaining).
Although, potentially a little dry in places - listening to this as an audio was the correct decision. I felt immersed in the descriptions and detail provided. After now finally visiting one of the wonders (The Temple of Artemis) I cannot wait to eventually visit the locations of the others.