In autumn 1977 an unplundered royal tomb containing works of art of astounding richness and exquisite craftmanship was discovered by professor Manolis Andronicos at Vergina in Macedonia.[...] In response to this interest nine scholars, all eminent specialists in the history of 4th century Greece, describe th tumultuous career of Philip, re-evaluate his personality and re-examine his political achievements in the light of the recent discoveries. The book closes with an account of the excavation of the fabulous treasures of the royal tombs at Vergina by professor Andronikos.