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Hardcover. Ancient Greek thought provides the basis for the intellectual, ethical and political civilization of the West. This collection of over 60 essays explores the full length and breadth of Greek thought - showing the Greeks looking at themselves, their knowledge, poetics and rhetoric. Editor(s): Brunschwig, Jacques; Lloyd, G. E. R. Translator(s): Porter, Catherine. Series: Harvard University Press Reference Library. Num Pages: 1056 pages, 76 color illustrations, 5 halftones, 2 maps. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; 1QDAR; 3D; HBJD; HBLA; HPCA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 261 x 181 x 58. Weight in Grams: 2126.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Harvard University Press United States
Edition
First Edition
Number of pages
1056
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674002616
ISBN
9780674002616
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 97.41
€ 92.14

Hardcover. Examines how archaeological finds from throughout Northeast Asia have been used in Korea to construct a myth of state formation. The book shows that the Korean state was in fact formed much later and that it reflected diverse influences from throughout Northern Asia, particularly of Han China. Series: Harvard East Asian Monographs. Num Pages: 590 pages, 27 illustrations, 11 tables. BIC Classification: 1FPC; 1FPK; HBJF; HDD; JPH. Category: (P) Professional & Scholarly; (UP) Postgraduate; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 165 x 237 x 43. Weight in Grams: 942.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Harvard University Press United States
Number of pages
590
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674002449
ISBN
9780674002449
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 52.24
€ 48.40

Hardcover. Focusing on the marginal region of Toyama, this book explores the interplay of central and regional authorities, local and national perceptions of rights, and the emerging political practices in Toyama and Tokyo that became part of the new political culture in Japan following the Meiji Restoration. Series: Harvard East Asian Monographs. Num Pages: 376 pages, 36 illustrations, 4 maps. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; 3JH; 3JJ; HBJF; HBLL; HBLW; JPH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 27. Weight in Grams: 660.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Harvard University Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674002425
ISBN
9780674002425
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 52.99
€ 43.91

Paperback. A history of liberalism since the 1930s, offering an account of: where it came from, where it has gone, and why. Considering the role of alternative political traditions in liberalism's downfall, it shows how historical interpretation has been a reflection of liberal assumptions. Num Pages: 384 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJ; HBJK; HBLW; JPFK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 27. Weight in Grams: 531.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Harvard University Press United States
Number of pages
384
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674001855
ISBN
9780674001855
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 52.24
€ 48.32

Hardcover. Winner of the Roland Bainton Prize for the best reference work in 2004, A Companion to Tudor Britain provides an authoritative overview of scholarship and debates about this period. Editor(s): Tittler, Robert; Jones, Norman. Series: Blackwell Companions to British History. Num Pages: 608 pages, 16. BIC Classification: HBJD1; HBLC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 257 x 187 x 39. Weight in Grams: 1274.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
608
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631236184
ISBN
9780631236184
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 215.53

Paperback. * Challenges the standard depiction of the 1660s as the beginning of a new age of stability. * Presents the Restoration as a process rather than an event. * Demonstrates that the 1660s were multi--faceted, dynamic and exciting. Series: History of Early Modern England S. Num Pages: 288 pages, 0. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 3JD; HBJD1; HBLH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 155 x 16. Weight in Grams: 406.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631236177
ISBN
9780631236177
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 57.09

Paperback. This book presents new translations of Mesopotamian and ancient Near Eastern historiographic texts, providing the reader with the primary sources for the history of the ancient Near East. * A primary source book presenting new translations of Mesopotamian and ancient Near Eastern historiographic texts, and other related materials. Editor(s): Chavalas, Mark W. Series: Blackwell Sourcebooks in Ancient History. Num Pages: 472 pages, 3. BIC Classification: DSBB; HBJF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 246 x 174 x 26. Weight in Grams: 823.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
472
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631235811
ISBN
9780631235811
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 56.02

Hardcover. A Companion to American Cultural History offers a historiographic overview of the scholarship, with special attention to the major studies and debates that have shaped the field, and an assessment of where it is currently headed. Editor(s): Halttunen, Karen. Series: Blackwell Companions to American History. Num Pages: 480 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBJK; JFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 255 x 184 x 30. Weight in Grams: 996.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
480
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631235668
ISBN
9780631235668
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 229.08

Paperback. * The first collection to explore the contribution that geographical thinking can make to our understanding of modern Britain. * Contains thirteen essays by leading scholars in the geography and history of twentieth--century Britain. * Focuses on how and why geographies of Britain have formed and changed over the past century. Editor(s): Gilbert, David; Matless, David; Short, Brian. Series: RGS-IBG Book Series. Num Pages: 280 pages, 18 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JJ; GTB; HBJD1; HBLW; JFC; RGC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 230 x 152 x 21. Weight in Grams: 412.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
280
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631235019
ISBN
9780631235019
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 34.64

Paperback. This book invites readers to join in a fresh and extensive investigation of one of Ancient Greecea s greatest inventions: democratic government. aeo Provides an accessible, up--to--date survey of vital issues in Greek democracy. aeo Covers democracya s origins, growth and essential nature. aeo Raises questions of continuing interest. Editor(s): Robinson, Eric W. Series: Interpreting Ancient History. Num Pages: 352 pages, 2. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; HBJD; HBLA; HBTB; JPHV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 158 x 19. Weight in Grams: 488.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
352
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631233947
ISBN
9780631233947
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 44.99
€ 44.67

Hardcover. This book invites readers to join in a fresh and extensive investigation of one of Ancient Greecea s greatest inventions: democratic government. aeo Provides an accessible, up--to--date survey of vital issues in Greek democracy. aeo Covers democracya s origins, growth and essential nature. aeo Raises questions of continuing interest. Editor(s): Robinson, Eric W. Series: Interpreting Ancient History. Num Pages: 352 pages, 2. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; HBJD; HBLA; HBTB; JPHV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 262 x 188 x 24. Weight in Grams: 834.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
352
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631233930
ISBN
9780631233930
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 168.14

Paperback. This fourth edition of Sir John Hale's classic history of England and the Italian Renaissance includes a detailed introduction by Edward Chaney surveying scholarly developments since the book was first published. Fourth edition of Sir John Hale's classic history of England and the Italian Renaissance, first published in 1954. Series: Blackwell Classic Histories of Europe S. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: HBJD1; HBLC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 153 x 14. Weight in Grams: 370.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
4th Edition
Number of pages
192
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631233657
ISBN
9780631233657
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 52.06

Paperback. This book provides students and general readers with an introduction to revolutionary France whilst also presenting an argument to explain the events of the period. The argument presented is that the Revolution, far from being popular, encountered substantial resistance. Num Pages: 432 pages, 1. BIC Classification: 3JF; 3JH; HBJD; HBLL; HBTV; JPWQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 154 x 24. Weight in Grams: 606.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
432
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631233633
ISBN
9780631233633
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 54.77

Hardcover. This book provides students and general readers with an introduction to revolutionary France whilst also presenting an argument to explain the events of the period. The argument presented is that the Revolution, far from being popular, encountered substantial resistance. Num Pages: 432 pages, 1. BIC Classification: 3JF; 3JH; HBJD; HBLL; HBTV; JPWQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 238 x 167 x 32. Weight in Grams: 776.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
432
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631233626
ISBN
9780631233626
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 144.97

Hardcover. This text combines research with the author's investigations to produce an account of the role of witchcraft in the past. It argues that witchcraft - its belief and persecutions - cannot be explained by general causes but was as complex and changing as the society of which it formed a vital part. Num Pages: 416 pages, 0. BIC Classification: 1D; HBJD1; HRQX5; JFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 168 x 241 x 29. Weight in Grams: 788.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
2nd Edition
Number of pages
416
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631233251
ISBN
9780631233251
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 150.51

Hardcover. In the late 18th century German-speaking Europe was a patchwork of undeveloped principalities. Yet by the early 20th century, unified Germany had become the most powerful state in Europe. This book tells the story of this transformation weaving together political, social and cultural history. Series: Blackwell Classic Histories of Europe S. Num Pages: 480 pages, 10. BIC Classification: 1DFG; 3JF; 3JH; 3JJF; HBJD; HBLL; HBLW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 237 x 154 x 32. Weight in Grams: 800.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
2nd Edition
Number of pages
480
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631231950
ISBN
9780631231950
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 148.73

Paperback. Thirteen of the most important critical essays on the Italian Renaissance are brought together in this volume. Designed to introduce readers to both recent and classical interpretations, the collection provides an ideal starting point for study of this period. Editor(s): Gouwens, Kenneth. Num Pages: 320 pages, 2 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DST; 3H; 3J; HBJD; HBLC; HBLH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 154 x 23. Weight in Grams: 450.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Wiley-Blackwell
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631231653
ISBN
9780631231653
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 48.47

Paperback. This exploration of kings and kingship has been completely revised, including a new chapter on English queens, and a new bibliography. Written from original sources, it encourages readers to engage in a series of inquiries into issues of the time, such as the meaning of the Bayeux tapestry. Series: Blackwell Classic Histories of England. Num Pages: 208 pages, 2. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; HBJD1; HBLC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 154 x 16. Weight in Grams: 310.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
3rd Edition
Number of pages
208
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631231318
ISBN
9780631231318
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 57.29

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

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

€ 149.77

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