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Empires & historical states

paperback. Describes the emergence and development of the distinctive civilization of the ancient Egyptians, from their prehistoric origins to their conquest by the Persians, Greeks, and Romans. This book presents the changing nature of life and death in the Nile valley, including some of the earliest masterpieces of art, architecture, and literature. Editor(s): Shaw, Ian. Series: Oxford Illustrated History. Num Pages: 528 pages, 24 pp colour, halftones and line illustrations throughout, 11 pp maps. BIC Classification: 1QDAE; 3D; HBJH; HBLA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 240 x 178 x 24. Weight in Grams: 1086.
Publisher
Oxford Paperbacks
Number of pages
528
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780192802934
ISBN
9780192802934
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.99
€ 23.37

Paperback. Describing the emergence and development of the civilization of the ancient Egyptians, from their prehistoric origins to their conquest by the Persians, Greeks and Romans, this title details the changing nature of life and death in the Nile valley, which gave rise to some of the earliest masterpieces of art, architecture, and literature. Num Pages: 544 pages, 8pp halftone plates. BIC Classification: 1QDAE; 3D; HBJH; HBLA; HDDG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 129 x 32. Weight in Grams: 408.
Publisher
Oxford University Press, U.S.A.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780192804587
ISBN
9780192804587
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 16.06

paperback. This study explores the relationship between burial rituals and social structures in Early Iron Age Greece. Series Editor(s): Renfrew, Lord Colin; Ashmore, Wendy; Gamble, Clive; O'Shea, John. Series: New Studies in Archaeology. Num Pages: 276 pages, 10 half-tones, 17 tables, 69 line diagrams. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; HDDK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 191 x 246 x 25. Weight in Grams: 536.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1990
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Condition
New
SKU
9780521387385
ISBN
9780521387385
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 49.99
€ 38.18

Paperback. * Crosses the boundaries between history, classical studies and archaeology. * Shows students and scholars of archaeology what they can learn from text--aided cultural history. Series: Social Archaeology. Num Pages: 376 pages, 0. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; HBJD; HBLA; HBTB; HDDK; JFFN; JFS; JPVH1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 155 x 22. Weight in Grams: 512.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
376
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631196020
ISBN
9780631196020
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 66.80

Paperback. From the hovels of peasants to the palaces of monarchs, this book provides an architectural picture of Roman society through a study of domestic buildings. Editor(s): Barton, I. M. Series: Exeter Studies in History S. Num Pages: 214 pages, 16pp b&w plates, index, maps, glossary, further reading. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; AMK; HBJD; HBLA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UA) A / AS level; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 210 x 15 x 15. Weight in Grams: 380.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
Liverpool University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
214
Condition
New
SKU
V9780859894159
ISBN
9780859894159
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 27.67

Hardcover. 144 pages, 130 colour illustrations. The ancient Greeks perceived the human body as an object of sensory delight and its depiction as the expression of an intelligent mind. This photographic book explores ancient Greek sculptures of the body from the various angles. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1QDAG; ACG; AGH. Dimension: 266 x 265 x 22. Weight: 1080.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
British Museum Press
Number of pages
144
Condition
New
SKU
V9780714122687
ISBN
9780714122687
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 20.35

paperback. Jenkins reconstructs the Parthenon frieze in its entirety according to the most up-to-date research, with a detailed scene-by-scene commentary, and the superb quality of the carving is vividly shown in a series of close-up photographs. Num Pages: 124 pages, illustrations, (some colour ) plan. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; ACG; AFKC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 271 x 215 x 10. Weight in Grams: 530. 124 pages, illustrations, (some colour ) plan. Jenkins reconstructs the Parthenon frieze in its entirety according to the most up-to-date research, with a detailed scene-by-scene commentary, and the superb quality of the carving is vividly shown in a series of close-up photographs. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1QDAG; ACG; AFKC. Dimension: 271 x 215 x 10. Weight: 530.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
British Museum Press
Number of pages
124
Condition
New
Edition
1st Edition
SKU
V9780714122373
ISBN
9780714122373
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 16.06

Paperback. The Parthenon in Athens is the most famous Greek temple in the world and an icon of Ancient Greek art. It was built to house a colossal statue of the goddess Athena, and the temple itself was decorated with sculptures and reliefs of the most magnificent quality. This book explores these lovely carvings, with the aid of digital photography. Num Pages: 36 pages, 55 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; YNH; YNVP. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 220 x 221 x 7. Weight in Grams: 204. An Ancient Greek Temple and Its Sculptures. 36 pages, 55 colour illustrations. The Parthenon in Athens is the most famous Greek temple in the world and an icon of Ancient Greek art. It was built to house a colossal statue of the goddess Athena, and the temple itself was decorated with sculptures and reliefs of the most magnificent quality. This book explores these lovely carvings, with the aid of digital photography. Cateogry: (J) Children / Juvenile. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; YNH; YNVP. Dimension: 220 x 221 x 7. Weight: 204.
Publisher
British Museum Press
Number of pages
36
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Edition
01st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780714131306
ISBN
9780714131306
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 7.45

Paperback. The Discobolus or discus-thrower is a marvellous classical piece of sculpture that over time has come to mean different things to different people. It is originally cast in bronze by the fifth-century BC sculptor Myron. This book tells the story of Myron's Discobolus both as an archaeological artefact and bearer of meaning. Series: Objects in Focus. Num Pages: 64 pages, 30 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; 1QDAR; 3D; ACG; AFKB; HBJD; HBLA1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 207 x 161 x 6. Weight in Grams: 170. Series: Objects in Focus. 64 pages, 30 colour illustrations. The Discobolus or discus-thrower is a marvellous classical piece of sculpture that over time has come to mean different things to different people. It is originally cast in bronze by the fifth-century BC sculptor Myron. This book tells the story of Myron's Discobolus both as an archaeological artefact and bearer of meaning. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1QDAG; 1QDAR; 3D; ACG; AFKB; HBJD; HBLA1. Dimension: 207 x 161 x 6. Weight: 170.
Publisher
British Museum Press
Number of pages
64
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9780714122717
ISBN
9780714122717
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 9.37

Hardback. Gaiseric successfully defeated Roman attempts at reconquest of these vital provinces and his fleets dominated the Western Mediterranean. Num Pages: 272 pages, 20 Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; 3D; HBJD; HBLA; HBW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156. .
Publisher
Pen & Sword Books Ltd
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781781590188
ISBN
9781781590188
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 24.66

Paperback.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
144
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752414218
ISBN
9780752414218
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 22.51

Paperback. Provides evidence which not only outlines the history of the Carthaginian army during the period of the Punic Wars but which also describes the organisation and equipment of the army. This book addresses how Carthage's army matched up to other Hellenistic armies. Num Pages: 160 pages, 100 illustrations 25 colour. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; 1QDAR; HBJD; HBLA; HBW; JW. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 248 x 173 x 10. Weight in Grams: 386.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
112
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752441214
ISBN
9780752441214
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 20.75

Paperback.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
144
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752428864
ISBN
9780752428864
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 24.66

Paperback. Series: Peoples of the Ancient World. Num Pages: 208 pages, 5 black & white tables. BIC Classification: 1F; 1QDA; HBLA; HBLC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 156. .
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
208
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781138841758
ISBN
9781138841758
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 54.12

paperback. Beginning with the return of the remnants of Magellan's circumnavigation in 1522 and ending with Charles' death in 1558, the author brings to life the periods of the Renaissance, revealing how the Spaniards were able to conquer Guatemala, Yucatan, Columbia, Venezuela, Peru and Chile and why Cabeza de Vaca walked from Florida to Mexico. Num Pages: 720 pages, 16 pp colour. BIC Classification: 1DSE; 1QDH; 3JB; HBJD; HBLH; HBTQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 130 x 33. Weight in Grams: 516.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Penguin
Condition
New
SKU
9780141034492
ISBN
9780141034492
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 22.99
€ 17.36

Paperback. .
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780198706151
ISBN
9780198706151
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 11.99
€ 10.89

Paperback. Collects the primary texts on homosexuality in ancient Greece and Rome that are translated into modern English. Covering a period - from the earliest Greek texts in the late seventh century bce to Greco-Roman texts of the third and fourth centuries ce - this title includes well-known writings by Plato, Sappho, Aeschines, Catullus, and Juvenal. Editor(s): Hubbard, Thomas K. Num Pages: 575 pages, 35 b/w photographs. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; 1QDAR; 3D; HBJD; HBLA; JFSK2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 227 x 156 x 36. Weight in Grams: 922. A Sourcebook of Basic Documents. 558 pages, b/w illus. Editor(s): Hubbard, Thomas K. Collects the primary texts on homosexuality in ancient Greece and Rome that are translated into modern English. Covering a period - from the earliest Greek texts in the late seventh century bce to Greco-Roman texts of the third and fourth centuries ce - this title includes well-known writings by Plato, Sappho, Aeschines, Catullus, and Juvenal. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; 1QDAR; 3D; HBJD; HBLA; JFSK2. Dimension: 227 x 156 x 36. Weight: 832.
Publisher
University of California Press
Number of pages
558
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Edition
First Printing Writing In Book
Condition
New
SKU
V9780520234307
ISBN
9780520234307
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 47.99
€ 42.15

Paperback. Series: Bloomsbury Revelations. Num Pages: 288 pages, 100 illus. BIC Classification: 1QDAE; HDDG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 138 x 217 x 13. Weight in Grams: 418.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
Reissue
Condition
New
SKU
V9781472576866
ISBN
9781472576866
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 28.07

Paperback. This is the first volume of a three-volume historical and literary commentary on the eight books of Thucydides, the great fifth-century BC historian of the Peloponnesian War between Athens and Sparta. All Greek is translated, to that the work is accessible to those with little or no knowledge of the ancient language. Num Pages: 560 pages, bibliography. BIC Classification: 1DVG; 1QDAG; 2AHA; DSBB; HBG; HBJD; HBLA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 131 x 29. Weight in Grams: 800.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
Oxford University Press United Kingdom
Edition
First Edition
Number of pages
560
Condition
New
SKU
V9780198150992
ISBN
9780198150992
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 237.68

Hardcover. Offers information about the practice of medicine in antiquity and about Greek theories concerning the human body. Series: Loeb Classical Library. Num Pages: 416 pages, 1 line illustration. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; 2AHA; DN; DSBB; HBLA1; MBX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 119 x 168 x 24. Weight in Grams: 306.
Publisher
Harvard University Press United States
Number of pages
416
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674996403
ISBN
9780674996403
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 32.96

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