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History: earliest times to present day

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History: earliest times to present day

Hardcover. Dio Cassius (Cassius Dio), c. 150 235 CE, was born in Bithynia. Little of his "Roman History" survives, but missing portions are partly supplied from elsewhere and there are many excerpts. Dio s work is a vital source for the last years of the Roman republic and the first four Roman emperors. Translator(s): Cary, E. Series: Loeb Classical Library. Num Pages: 507 pages. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; DNF; HBJD; HBLA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 168 x 116 x 27. Weight in Grams: 370.
Publisher
Loeb
Number of pages
507
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1916
Edition
New issue of 1916 ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674990739
ISBN
9780674990739
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 28.91

Paperback. Num Pages: 512 pages, 14 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; HBLA1; HBTB; JFSK2; JHBK5. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 232 x 156 x 28. Weight in Grams: 758.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Oxford University Press Inc United States
Edition
2nd Edition
Number of pages
492
Condition
New
SKU
V9780195388749
ISBN
9780195388749
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 63.44

Hardback. An exploration of the emotional and spiritual life of the ancient Romans, focusing on the sentiments of honour that shaped the Romans' sense of themselves and their society. The book draws on contemporary theories of the self and social theory to deepen the reader's understanding of ancient Rome. Num Pages: 339 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; HBG; HBJD; HBLA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 490.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
University of California Press United States
Number of pages
339
Condition
New
SKU
V9780520225251
ISBN
9780520225251
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 56.89

Paperback. This book examines the course and nature of Roman expansion during the Republic and Early Empire, focusing on the impact of Roman rule on the subject, and the effect of empire on the imperial power. Series: Debates and Documents in Ancient History. Num Pages: 232 pages, 15 black & white illustrations, 2 maps. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; HBJD; HBLA1; HBTQ. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 11. Weight in Grams: 406.
Publisher
Edinburgh University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780748619634
ISBN
9780748619634
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 36.23

Hardcover. Examines diverse aspects of Roman imperialism, from the Romans' motivations in acquiring an empire and their ideological justifications for imperial domination, to the complex political, economic, and cultural interactions between the Romans, their allies, and the subjected peoples. This title includes notes with suggestions for further reading. Editor(s): Champion, Craige B. Series: Interpreting Ancient History. Num Pages: 336 pages, 12. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; 3D; HBG; HBJD; HBLA; JPF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 263 x 187 x 24. Weight in Grams: 782.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631231189
ISBN
9780631231189
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 150.43

Paperback. Examines diverse aspects of Roman imperialism, from the Romans' motivations in acquiring an empire and their ideological justifications for imperial domination, to the complex political, economic, and cultural interactions between the Romans, their allies, and the subjected peoples. This title includes notes with suggestions for further reading. Editor(s): Champion, Craige B. Series: Interpreting Ancient History. Num Pages: 336 pages, 12. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; HBJD; HBLA; HBTQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 245 x 171 x 21. Weight in Grams: 686.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631231196
ISBN
9780631231196
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 52.06

Hardback. Num Pages: 256 pages, 30 bw in 16pp plates, 3-5 maps. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; HBJD; HBLA1; HBTQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 134. .
Publisher
I.B. Tauris & Co. Ltd.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2018
Condition
New
SKU
V9781780762746
ISBN
9781780762746
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 52.99
€ 37.19

Paperback. In this book, Andrew Riggsby surveys the main areas of Roman law, and their place in Roman life. Num Pages: 294 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; 3D; HBLA; LAFR. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 227 x 155 x 18. Weight in Grams: 404.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
294
Condition
New
SKU
V9780521687119
ISBN
9780521687119
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.16

Paperback. Diocletian and Constantine were the greatest of the Late Roman emperors, and their era marks the climax of the legionary system. This title details the equipment, background, training and combat experience of the men from all parts of the empire who made up the backbone of Rome's legions in this pivotal period. Illustrator(s): O'Brogain, Sean. Series: Warrior. Num Pages: 64 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; 3D; HBLA; HBW; JWD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 250 x 184 x 9. Weight in Grams: 212.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
First Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781472806666
ISBN
9781472806666
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 14.71

Paperback. Roman Letters offers a rich selection of original translations of ancient Roman letters spanning from the 1st century BCE to the 2nd century CE. Chronologically arranged and grouped according to author or collection, the letters cover various topics and themes selected from a broad range of authors. Num Pages: 224 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; BJ; HBJD; HBLA1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 190 x 246 x 11. Weight in Grams: 390.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9781444339512
ISBN
9781444339512
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 48.04

Hardback. Roman Letters offers a rich selection of original translations of ancient Roman letters spanning from the 1st century BCE to the 2nd century CE. Chronologically arranged and grouped according to author or collection, the letters cover various topics and themes selected from a broad range of authors. Num Pages: 224 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; BJ; HBJD; HBLA1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 249 x 196 x 17. Weight in Grams: 568.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9781444339505
ISBN
9781444339505
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 122.36

Paperback. By AD 450, Roman Lincoln had ceased to exist as an urban centre; its physical remains, however, survived well for several centuries, and some elements - notably the city wall - influences the city's topography until the nineteenth century; parts are still visible today. This book explains the early story of Lincoln. Num Pages: 160 pages, colour and b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEAL; HBJD1; HBLA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 248 x 173 x 12. Weight in Grams: 434.
Edition
01st Edition
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
160
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752414553
ISBN
9780752414553
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 36.99
€ 31.37

Hardback. This edition includes a new preface and an updated bibliography. Series: Ancient Society and History. Num Pages: 368 pages, 1, 1 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 2ADL; DSBB; HBLA1. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 168 x 28. Weight in Grams: 628.
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press United States
Number of pages
368
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Edition
second edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781421408354
ISBN
9781421408354
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 87.25

Paperback. This edition includes a new preface and an updated bibliography. Series: Ancient Society and History. Num Pages: 368 pages, 1, 1 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 2ADL; DSBB; HBLA1. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 235 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 520.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press United States
Edition
second edition
Number of pages
368
Condition
New
SKU
V9781421408361
ISBN
9781421408361
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 43.23

hardcover. Drawing on the historicizing turn in Latin literary scholarship, Roman Literary Cultures combines new critical methods with traditional analysis across four hundred years of Latin literature. Editor(s): Keith, Alison; Edmondson, Jonathan. Series: Phoenix Supplementary Volumes. Num Pages: 368 pages, 7. BIC Classification: DB; DD; HBLA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 163 x 238 x 34. Weight in Grams: 716.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
University of Toronto Press Canada
Edition
Illustrated
Number of pages
368
Condition
New
SKU
V9781442629677
ISBN
9781442629677
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 76.23

Paperback. Num Pages: 188 pages. BIC Classification: HBLA1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 154 x 228 x 12. Weight in Grams: 282.
Publisher
Focus Publishing/R Pullins & Co United States
Number of pages
188
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781585107698
ISBN
9781585107698
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.99
€ 21.35

paperback. Num Pages: 150 pages. BIC Classification: HBLA. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 157 x 9. Weight in Grams: 276.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
150
Condition
New
Edition
1st Edition
SKU
V9780415620109
ISBN
9780415620109
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 57.34

Paperback. The Roman military was one of the most powerful forces of the ancient world. But what did its soldiers wear? Spanning 1000 years from the Late Republic to the Byzantine Empire, including different items from helmet linings to let wrappings, this book presents an interpretation of wide-ranging evidence, drawing on textile finds and ancient artwork. Num Pages: 224 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: 1QDAR; HBJD; HBLA; JWTU. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 249 x 173 x 15. Weight in Grams: 612.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
224
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752445762
ISBN
9780752445762
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 33.95

Before his death in 1989, Sir Ronald Syme approved the publication of these 59 papers on Roman history which complete this distinguished collection of his life's work. Editor(s): Birley, Anthony R. Num Pages: 486 pages, index. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; HBJD; HBLA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 164 x 244 x 33. Weight in Grams: 888.
Publication date
1991
Publisher
Oxford University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
486
Condition
New
SKU
V9780198144946
ISBN
9780198144946
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 206.83

Hardback. Talbert investigates miniature sundials which can be adjusted for the owner's whereabouts. They incorporate a list of locations and latitudes for ready reference, data that offers insight into Romans' worldviews. To some perhaps, these sundials were primarily symbols of scientific awareness as well as imperial mastery of time and space. Num Pages: 264 pages, 99 b/w halftones; 65 b/w line. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; HBJD; HBLA; PDX; TDPB1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 241 x 181 x 18. Weight in Grams: 622.
Publisher
Oxford University Press Inc
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780190273484
ISBN
9780190273484
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 118.69

Paperback / so. Series: Beitrage Zur Altertumskunde. Num Pages: black & white illustrations, bibliography. BIC Classification: HBLA; TBC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 331.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Vieweg+teubner Verlag United States
Condition
New
SKU
V9783663123477
ISBN
9783663123477
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 53.83

Hardback. Catalogues and gives a brief description of every significant battle (and most insignificant ones too) known to have been fought by the Roman Republic. Num Pages: 318 pages, approx. 30 b/w tactical diagram. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; 3D; HBJD; HBLA1; HBW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 167 x 242 x 29. Weight in Grams: 838.
Publisher
Pen & Sword Books Ltd
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781473894426
ISBN
9781473894426
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 42.99
€ 36.74

Paperback. Illustrator(s): O'Brogain, Sean. Series: Warrior. Num Pages: 64 pages, Illustrations (chiefly col.). BIC Classification: 1QDAR; 3D; HBJD; HBLA; HBW; JWT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 247 x 187 x 4. Weight in Grams: 224.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC United Kingdom
Number of pages
64
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849087810
ISBN
9781849087810
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.54

Paperback. The networks of roads throughout the Roman Empire were vital to the expansion of Roman culture, power and influence across the world. This book details the planning, construction and maintenance of these road networks, and discusses the different types of Roman road found in areas of Britain, and their uses. Series: Shire Archaeology. Num Pages: 72 pages, Illustrations (chiefly col.), 1 map. BIC Classification: 1DBK; HBJD1; HBLA; HDDK. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 212 x 149 x 4. Weight in Grams: 188.
Publisher
Shire Publications Ltd
Number of pages
72
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9780747806905
ISBN
9780747806905
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 11.99
€ 10.11

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