The belief that the Parthenon is the most important building in the world, the most perfect structure ever constructed, is deeply rooted in modern thought. The book presents a collection of essays from ten expert scholars, whose common theme is the Parthenon, although approached from different angles (architecture, archaeology, art history).

Its elevation to the category of the ultimate monument of antiquity as well as the supreme model for the modern world has had a profound impact on creative artistic and architectural activity.