The Early Byzantine Churches of Cilicia and Isauria (Birmingham Byzantine & Ottoman Monographs, Vol 1)

This volume combines a catalogue of the early churches of Cilicia and Isauria with an analysis of their significance for the general development of ecclesiastical architecture during the 4th to 6th centuries. It includes a discussion of such major monuments as Alahan and Meryemlik. An Architectural Study Of The Early Byzantine Churches Of Cilicia And Isauria, A Region Remarkable For The Fact That Its Early Churches Are All Basilicas. This Book Includes A Survey Of The Churches That Deals With The Problems Of Interpretation For Each Structure. Characteristics Of Cilician And Isaurian Basilicas -- The Transept Basilicas -- The Domed Basilicas -- The Dating Of The Transept Basilicas And The Domed Basilicas -- Conclusion -- Catalogue. Stephen Hill. Includes Bibliographical References (p. [265]-276) And Index.