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A Trip to the Parthenon

NOVA scienceNOW by WGBH Science Unit

May 24, 20114:21Religion & Spirituality

In this podcast, art historian Jeff Hurwitt explains what made the Parthenon the greatest temple of Ancient Greece. Produced by Susan Lewis. Original interview by Gary Glassman. NOVA is produced by WGBH in Boston. Fundin...

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