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Paperback. This is an unprecedented collection of key texts, forming a full and balanced representation of all aspects of the Persian Empire. It is an invaluable resource for any student of Persian history. Num Pages: 1072 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: 1QDAP; HBJF1; HBLA. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 244 x 188 x 52. Weight in Grams: 1968.
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 1072
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780415552790
- ISBN
- 9780415552790
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 94.56
€ 94.56
Paperback. Glimpses into the everyday life of Pontius Pilate, a man actually walking on a marble floor in Caesarea, feeling his shoes pinch, clicking his fingers for a slave, while the clouds of lasting infamy gather over his head. Num Pages: 414 pages. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; BGH; HBG; HBLA; HRCC1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 133 x 21. Weight in Grams: 285.
- Publisher
- Vintage United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 414
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Edition
- New Ed
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780099287933
- ISBN
- 9780099287933
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 16.06
€ 19.99
€ 16.06
Paperback. .
- Publisher
- American School of Classical Studies at Athens
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2018
- Edition
- 7th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780876616611
- ISBN
- 9780876616611
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 25.46
€ 25.46
Paperback. Covering the greatest three centuries of Turkish history, this book tells the story of the Ottoman Empire's growth into a vast Middle Eastern Power. Num Pages: 272 pages, 57, 2 maps. BIC Classification: 1QDT; 3JB; HBJF; HBLH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 155 x 23. Weight in Grams: 406.
- Publisher
- Orion Publishing Co United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 272
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781842124420
- ISBN
- 9781842124420
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 16.06
€ 19.99
€ 16.06
Paperback. This 1999 book describes the religious life of the Greeks from the archaic to the Roman periods. Series: Key Themes in Ancient History. Num Pages: 230 pages, 36 b/w illus. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; HBG; HBLA; HRKP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 152 x 229 x 15. Weight in Grams: 362. Series: Key Themes in Ancient History. 230 pages, 36 b/w illus. This 1999 book describes the religious life of the Greeks from the archaic to the Roman periods. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). BIC Classification: 1QDAG; HBG; HBLA; HRKP. Dimension: 152 x 229 x 15. Weight: 370.
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780521388672
- ISBN
- 9780521388672
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 37.55
€ 37.55
Paperback. Examines the lives of major figures in Roman history, from Lucullus (118-57 BC), an aristocratic politician and conqueror of Eastern kingdoms, to Otho (32-69 AD), a reckless young noble who consorted with the tyrannical, debauched emperor Nero before briefly becoming a dignified and gracious emperor himself. Translator(s): Scott-Kilvert, Ian; Pelling, Christopher. Num Pages: 752 pages, maps. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; HBJD; HBLA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 130 x 33. Weight in Grams: 506.
- Publisher
- Penguin Books Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 752
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780140449167
- ISBN
- 9780140449167
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 21.99€ 20.43
€ 21.99
€ 20.43
Hardcover. A detailed study of the armies of Rome and their enemies, including the Etruscans, Samnites, Carthaginians, Celts, Macedonians, Gauls, Huns, Sassanids, Persians and Turks. It offers a an overview of the rise of the Roman Empire, its campaigns, conquests and tactics, with detailed information on the men at arms. Num Pages: 256 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; GBC; HBW; JWTU. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 303 x 241 x 25. Weight in Grams: 1780.
- Publisher
- Anness Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 256
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780754823872
- ISBN
- 9780754823872
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 20.35
€ 26.99
€ 20.35
Paperback. The mainland and islands of Greece were settled by peoples moving from Asia Minor in c.5000 BC, while a further wave in c.5000 BC introduced bronze-working to the region. This title recreates the world of these peoples through an examination of their material culture. Illustrator(s): Rava, Giuseppe. Series: Warrior. Num Pages: 64 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; 3D; HBJD; HBLA; JW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 247 x 183 x 4. Weight in Grams: 216.
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 64
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781780968582
- ISBN
- 9781780968582
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.68
€ 19.99
€ 18.68
Paperback. Argues for a completely new interpretation of republican chronology. While classicists have long recognized that the Roman Republic changed and evolved over time, the author mounts a serious argument against the idea of republican continuity that has been fundamental to modern historical study. Num Pages: 224 pages, 1 line illus. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; 3D; HBJD; HBLA1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 148 x 216 x 13. Weight in Grams: 276.
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 224
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691152585
- ISBN
- 9780691152585
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 37.99€ 33.48
€ 37.99
€ 33.48
Paperback. Looks at the transformation of the Roman world under the combined impact of Christianity and barbarian incomers. This book charts these and other significant developments which marked the transformation of Ancient Rome into medieval Byzantium. It provides a clear analytical narrative of pivotal political, military, and religious developments. Series Editor(s): Richardson, J. S. Series: The Edinburgh History of Ancient Rome. Num Pages: 320 pages, black & white illustrations, maps, figures. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; HBJD; HBLA1. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 232 x 157 x 18. Weight in Grams: 628.
- Publisher
- Edinburgh University Press
- Number of pages
- 320
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780748627912
- ISBN
- 9780748627912
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 43.99€ 38.84
€ 43.99
€ 38.84
Paperback. Where did "democracy" come from, and what was its original form and meaning? The author shows that this "power of the people" crystallized in a revolutionary uprising by the ordinary citizens of Athens in 508-507 BC. He also examines the consequences of the development of direct democracy for dissident Athenian intellectuals. Num Pages: 224 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; HBJD; HBLA; JPA; JPHV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 159 x 235 x 15. Weight in Grams: 340.
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 212
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691001906
- ISBN
- 9780691001906
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 54.99€ 40.07
€ 54.99
€ 40.07
Paperback. For at least two and a half millennia, the figure of Orpheus has haunted humanity. Half-man, half-god, musician, magician, theologian, poet and lover, his story never leaves us. The author goes in search of Orpheus, from the forests where he walked and the mountains where he worshipped to the artefacts, texts and philosophies built up round him. Num Pages: 272 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; 2AHA; DSBB; HBLA1; JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 232 x 153 x 21. Weight in Grams: 364.
- Publisher
- Vintage Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 272
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845951689
- ISBN
- 9781845951689
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 23.99€ 17.77
€ 23.99
€ 17.77
Paperback. Series: Ancient Cultures. Num Pages: 376 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1QDA; 3D; HBLA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 246 x 192 x 18. Weight in Grams: 644.
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Edition
- 2nd Revised edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781118613566
- ISBN
- 9781118613566
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 55.34
€ 55.34
Hardback. A magisterial and wide-ranging volume on the rich visual culture of the Roman Empire Num Pages: 404 pages. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; ACG; HBLA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 250 x 150 x 15. Weight in Grams: 666.
- Publisher
- Getty Trust Publications
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781606064719
- ISBN
- 9781606064719
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 71.29€ 55.72
€ 71.29
€ 55.72
Hardcover. Take a journey back in time to the glory days of Ancient Egypt, when pharaohs ruled, the pyramids were built and the mighty Nile was the source of all life. This book contains fascinating information such as how Egyptians worshipped their Gods, buried their dead and built the pyramids, as well as amazing details about day-to-day life. Illustrator(s): Hancock, David. Series: See Inside. Num Pages: 16 pages, full colour illustrations throughout. BIC Classification: 1QDAE; 4KHF; 4KHJ; 5AF; YBGP; YNH. Category: (JC) Children's (6-12). Dimension: 283 x 225 x 18. Weight in Grams: 708.
- Publisher
- Usborne Publishing Ltd
- Number of pages
- 16
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780746084120
- ISBN
- 9780746084120
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 15.99€ 12.61
€ 15.99
€ 12.61
Paperback. Toynbee includes descriptions of the layout and finances of cemeteries, the tomb types of both the rich and poor, and the types of grave markers and monuments as well as tomb furnishings. Num Pages: 336 pages, 91, 91 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; AMN; HBJD; HBLA; HBTB; HRKP; JHBZ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 146 x 222 x 20. Weight in Grams: 442.
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Edition
- New Ed
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801855078
- ISBN
- 9780801855078
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 38.99€ 33.19
€ 38.99
€ 33.19
Hardback. A fresh look at the British Museum's celebrated and extensive ancient Egyptian collection from across three thousand years Num Pages: 176 pages, 280 color illus. BIC Classification: 1QDAE; 3D; ACG; AGC; HBJH; HBLA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 292 x 273. .
- Publisher
- Yale University Press
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780300218381
- ISBN
- 9780300218381
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 52.99€ 38.20
€ 52.99
€ 38.20
Paperback. An examination of the social setting and function of ancient Greek theatre through the thousand years of its performance history, drawing evidence from a wide range of archaeological material. Num Pages: 256 pages, 87 b&w photos, 24 line drawings, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; AN; HDDK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 233 x 156 x 13. Weight in Grams: 368.
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 240
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780415143592
- ISBN
- 9780415143592
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 63.82
€ 63.82
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
€ 47.99
€ 42.15
Paperback. .
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 200
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781107451759
- ISBN
- 9781107451759
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.73
€ 33.73