A History of the Hellenistic World provides an engaging look at the Macedonian monarchies in the period following the reign of Alexander the Great, and examines their impact on the Greek world.
Offers a clearly organized narrative with particular emphasis on state and governmental structures
Makes extensive use of inscriptions in translation to illustrate the continuing vitality of the Greek city states prior to the Roman conquest
Emphasizes the specific Macedonian origins of all active participants in the creation of the Hellenistic world
Highlights...
A History of the Hellenistic World provides an engaging look at the Macedonian monarchies in the period following the reign of Alexander the Gr...
Outlining the major political and cultural events, A History of Ancient Egypt is an authoritative and accessible introduction to this fascinating ancient culture.
An accessible chronological narrative that draws on a range of historical sources
Offers an up-to-date survey of ancient Egypt's history from its origins to its domination by the Roman Empire
Considers social and economic life and the rich culture of ancient Egypt
Places Egypt's history within its regional context, detailing interactions with Asia and Africa
Engages students with...
Outlining the major political and cultural events, A History of Ancient Egypt is an authoritative and accessible introduction to this fascinati...
A History of the Archaic Greek World offers a theme-based approach to the development of the Greek world in the years 1200-479 BCE.
Updated and extended in this edition to include two new sections, expanded geographical coverage, a guide to electronic resources, and more illustrations
Takes a critical and analytical look at evidence about the history of the archaic Greek World
Involves the reader in the practice of history by questioning and reevaluating conventional beliefs
Casts new light on traditional themes such as the rise of the...
A History of the Archaic Greek World offers a theme-based approach to the development of the Greek world in the years 1200-479 BCE.
During most of its history, Babylon was the capital of a kingdom that corresponded roughly to the southern and central parts of Iraq. This work presents a narrative history of Babylon from the time of its First Dynasty (1880-1595) until the last centuries of the city's existence during the Hellenistic and Parthian periods (ca 331-75 AD).
During most of its history, Babylon was the capital of a kingdom that corresponded roughly to the southern and central parts of Iraq. This work presen...
During most of its history, Babylon was the capital of a kingdom that corresponded roughly to the southern and central parts of Iraq. This work presents a narrative history of Babylon from the time of its First Dynasty (1880-1595) until the last centuries of the city's existence during the Hellenistic and Parthian periods (ca 331-75 AD).
During most of its history, Babylon was the capital of a kingdom that corresponded roughly to the southern and central parts of Iraq. This work presen...
