This unique book finally brings the extraordinary genius of Jean-Claude Golvin to the English-reading public for the first time. Golvin's mission is to breathe life into ancient sites through the liveliness of line and the evocative power of watercolour painting. There is, however, little of the whimsy in his reconstructions of the past - these powerful images are the result of a mind trained in architecture and stem from a working life devoted to archaeology and working with the leading exponents in their field. To critics who promote the power of computer-aided design, Golvin - himself a computer user - argues that the technology results in a lifeless starkness; what matters most to him is the colouring, the nuances of tonality and the beauty of the picture. A Golvin watercolour invites you to dream. Collected in this book are images of the most important places from before 2500 BC to AD 500. Having enjoyed this book, visitors to archaeological sites will see their structural remains with completely different eyes. "Ancient Cities Brought to Life" is a testament to the varied manner that mankind can build cities, temples, public spaces and living areas. It is nothing less than an invitation to rediscover antiquity.
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