Jeremy Dummett

Syracuse - one of the great cities of the Mediterranean

Welcome to the website of Jeremy Dummett, author of Syracuse, City of Legends. This book tells the story of Syracuse (Siracusa in Italian), on the east coast of Sicily, from Greek city state to the modern day, followed by a commentary on the monuments and works of art. It weaves together the history and the sights to be seen today and will be an invaluable companion for visitors to the city as well as a compelling introduction to its ancient and modern history.

In ancient times Syracuse was the leading city in Sicily and for a while one of the most powerful in the world. Occupation by a sequence of different peoples, including Greek, Roman, Byzantine, Arab, French and Spanish, produced a unique blend of cultures quite unlike any other.

The story is told through historical narrative based on original sources, using quotations to describe characters and events. The ancient monuments and works of art, which are world class and of exceptional interest, are described in detail.

Syracuse, City of Legends: A Glory of Sicily

"meticulously researched and beautifully written... vivid and entertaining... erudite and intimate"

The Sunday Telegraph

 

Jeremy Dummett's book is published by I.B. Tauris & Co Ltd. Click here to find out more about the book and here to read reviews. You can order your copy of Syracuse, City of Legends now from Amazon. In Syracuse it is available at the bookshop Libreria Gabò, 38 Corso Matteotti, Ortygia.