"... a richly textured presentation... [The book] will likely be the first place to which anyone interested in the architecture of post-pharaonic Egypt will turn for many years to come."--Hector Williams, Egyptian Archaeology -- Hector Williams Egyptian Archaeology "Outstanding... and beautifully written... This is a book that all those interested in the art and architecture of the eastern Mediterranean, Pompeian wall-paintings, Ancient Egypt, and indeed Islamic architecture should study and learn from."--Andrew Selkirk, Current World Archaeology -- Andrew Selkirk Current World Archaeology "This work will be a vital resource for anyone undertaking research on the city; yet the clarity and engaging tone of the prose make it thoroughly accessible to nonspecialists and lay readers as well."-- James R. Wiseman Book Award 2010 citation, Archaeological Institute of America -- James R. Wiseman Book Award Archaeological Institute of America "McKenzie [brings] together a huge body of material, much of it previously difficult to access, and [presents] it all in a single, authoritative volume... an essential resource for research into Hellenistic, Roman and late antique architecture."--Ruth Westgate, Journal of Hellenic Studies -- Ruth Westgate Journal of Hellenic Studies "... a detailed examination of the distinctive contribution that Alexandria made to the arts of Egypt and of the Eastern Mediterranean... McKenzie has provided a landmark work of enduring value that mixes erudition with clarity."--Ross Burns, Levant -- Ross Burns Levant "This book should be an absolute 'must-read' for someone visiting Alexandria, but also for the visitor to other parts of Egypt: the great Ptolemaic temples... the many Coptic churches, monasteries and even the early mosques."--Ancient Egypt Ancient Egypt