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Empires & historical states
Paperback. Relations between Jews and non-Jews in the Hellenistic-Roman period were marked by suspicion and hate, maintain most studies of that topic. This book argues that if such conjectures are true, how did Jews succeed in winning so many adherents, whether full-fledged proselytes or 'sympathizers' who adopted one or more Jewish practices? Num Pages: 696 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1D; 1QDAG; 1QDAR; HBJD; HBLH; HRCM; JFSR1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 38. Weight in Grams: 999.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 692
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691029276
- ISBN
- 9780691029276
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 66.67€ 52.16
€ 66.67
€ 52.16
Hardcover. Helps you investigate how the Assyrians, Babylonians and Sumerians were among the first to develop writing, mathematics and the science of astronomy. This title features 15 simple projects that allow you to re-create the past - build a model chariot, make a ram-headed drinking cup, and design a tunic fit for an Assyrian king. Num Pages: 64 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: 1QDAM; YNH. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 303 x 236 x 13. Weight in Grams: 672. All About Ancient Assyria and Babylonia, with 15 Step-by-step Projects and More Than 300 Exciting Pictures. 64 pages, Illustrations, maps. Helps you investigate how the Assyrians, Babylonians and Sumerians were among the first to develop writing, mathematics and the science of astronomy. This title features 15 simple projects that allow you to re-create the past - build a model chariot, make a ram-headed drinking cup, and design a tunic fit for an Assyrian king. Cateogry: (J) Children / Juvenile. BIC Classification: 1QDAM; YNH. Dimension: 303 x 236 x 13. Weight: 670.
- Publisher
- Armadillo
- Number of pages
- 64
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Edition
- New Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843229704
- ISBN
- 9781843229704
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 14.99€ 9.79
€ 14.99
€ 9.79
Paperback. An assessment of classical Athenian democracy and its significance for the US. It offers discussion of topics such as dangers of popular vote, Athens' acquisitive foreign policy, the tendency of the state to overspend, and the place of religion in Athenian society. Num Pages: 328 pages, 3 b/w photographs, 3 maps, 1 table. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; JPHV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 221 x 149 x 20. Weight in Grams: 432.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- University of California Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 328
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780520251687
- ISBN
- 9780520251687
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 31.99€ 23.43
€ 31.99
€ 23.43
Hardback. Proceedings of the conference "The Origins of Maya States," held in Philadelphia, April 10-13, 2007. Editor(s): Traxler, Loa P.; Sharer, Robert J. Num Pages: 704 pages, 124 illus. BIC Classification: 1QDAK; 3D; HBJK; HBLA; HDD. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 165 x 238 x 47. Weight in Grams: 1172.
- Publisher
- University of Pennsylvania Press
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781934536865
- ISBN
- 9781934536865
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 148.06
€ 148.06
Paperback. The first Persian Empire (559-331 BC) was the biggest land empire the world had seen, and seated at the heart of its vast dominions, in the south of modern-day Iran, was the person of the Great King. This book explores Achaemenid kingship and argues for the centrality of the royal court in elite Persian society. Series: Debates and Documents in Ancient History. Num Pages: 224 pages, 23 b/w illustrations 1 b/w tables. BIC Classification: 1QDAP; 3D; HBJF1; HBLA. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 156 x 233 x 15. Weight in Grams: 506. Series: Debates and Documents in Ancient History. 224 pages, 23 b/w illustrations 1 b/w tables. The first Persian Empire (559-331 BC) was the biggest land empire the world had seen, and seated at the heart of its vast dominions, in the south of modern-day Iran, was the person of the Great King. This book explores Achaemenid kingship and argues for the centrality of the royal court in elite Persian society. Cateogry: (UU) Undergraduate. BIC Classification: 1QDAP; 3D; HBJF1; HBLA. Dimension: 156 x 233 x 15. Weight: 500.
- Publisher
- Edinburgh University Press
- Number of pages
- 224
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780748641253
- ISBN
- 9780748641253
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 38.99€ 33.11
€ 38.99
€ 33.11
Paperback. Num Pages: 264 pages, 1 black & white tables. BIC Classification: 1QDAP; HBLA1. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 212 x 132 x 15. Weight in Grams: 340.
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 264
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780415629478
- ISBN
- 9780415629478
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 48.47
€ 48.47
Hardback. A fun historical series that explores key historical civilisations and events and brings them to life through drama and music. Series: History Showtime. Num Pages: 32 pages, illustrations (black and white, and colour), 1 map (colour), music. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; 5AG; YNH. Category: (E) Primary & Secondary Education. Dimension: 273 x 219 x 10. Weight in Grams: 350.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Hachette Children´s Group United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 32
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781445114842
- ISBN
- 9781445114842
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 23.07
€ 23.07
Hardcover. Recent scholarship has transformed the field of Byzantine studies and propelled it to the forefront of academia. Building on these recent developments, A Companion to Byzantium presents a comprehensive overview of the field. Editor(s): James, Liz. Series: Blackwell Companions to the Ancient World. Num Pages: 482 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: 1QDAZ; HBJD; HBLC. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 252 x 182 x 42. Weight in Grams: 1032.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 488
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405126540
- ISBN
- 9781405126540
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 150.94
€ 150.94
Hardcover. Livy Ab Urbe Condita Books I-V Editor(s): Ogilvie, Robert Maxwell. Series: Oxford Classical Texts. Num Pages: 416 pages, One line drawing. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; 1QDAR; 2AHA; DNF; DSBB; HBJD; HBLA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 130 x 187 x 28. Weight in Grams: 490.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1974
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd Revised edition
- Number of pages
- 416
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780198146612
- ISBN
- 9780198146612
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 40.24
€ 40.24
Paperback. Covers the years from 201 BC to 167 BC, when Rome emerged as ruler of the Mediterranean. Translator(s): Bettenson, Henry. Num Pages: 704 pages, maps, index. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; HBJD; HBLA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 129 x 30. Weight in Grams: 484.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1976
- Publisher
- Penguin Classics
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780140443189
- ISBN
- 9780140443189
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 21.99€ 17.25
€ 21.99
€ 17.25
Hardcover. Livy (Titus Livius, 64 or 59 BC AD 12 or 17), the great Roman historian, presents a vivid narrative of Rome's rise from the traditional foundation of the city in 753 or 751 BC to 9 BC and illustrates the collective and individual virtues necessary to maintain such greatness. The fourth decad (31 40) focuses on Rome's growing hegemony in the East. Series: Loeb Classical Library. Num Pages: 710 pages. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; HBLA1. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 16 x 10. . LOEB
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Publisher
- Harvard University Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9780674997059
- ISBN
- 9780674997059
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 20.16
€ 25.99
€ 20.16
Paperback. Traces Rome's fortunes from its near collapse after defeat by the Gauls in 386 bc to its emergence, in a matter of decades, as the premier power in Italy, having conquered the city-state of Samnium in 293 bc. This book features portraits that bring the strengths, weaknesses and motives of leading figures such as the noble statesman Camillus. Translator(s): Radice, Late Betty. Num Pages: 384 pages, maps, index. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; 2AFS; HBJD; HBLA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 128 x 24. Weight in Grams: 290.
- Publisher
- Penguin Books Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 384
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1982
- Edition
- 6th Revised ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780140443882
- ISBN
- 9780140443882
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 16.99€ 13.13
€ 16.99
€ 13.13
Paperback. The Third Macedonian War ended the kingdom created by Philip II and Alexander the Great and was a crucial step in Rome's dominance of the Mediterranean. Livy's narrative is also a moral study of the individuals involved. This edition includes the Periochae, later summaries of Livy's original 142-book history. Translator(s): Chaplin, Jane D. Series: Oxford World's Classics. Num Pages: 432 pages, 4 maps. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; HBJD; HBLA. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 196 x 130 x 27. Weight in Grams: 314.
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 432
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199556021
- ISBN
- 9780199556021
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 18.99€ 14.72
€ 18.99
€ 14.72
Paperback. In Books 6 to 10 of his monumental history of Rome, Livy deals with the period in which Rome recovered from its Gallic disaster to impose mastery over almost the entire Italian peninsula in a series of ever greater wars. Vivid portrayals of personalities, politics, warfare, and religion bring 4th-century Italy vividly alive in this new translation. Translator(s): Yardley, J. C. Series: Oxford World's Classics. Num Pages: 448 pages, 2 maps. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; 2ADL; 3D; HBJD; HBLA1. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 196 x 129 x 21. Weight in Grams: 312.
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 448
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199564859
- ISBN
- 9780199564859
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 16.99€ 13.91
€ 16.99
€ 13.91
Paperback. Livy's great history of Rome contains, in Books 21 to 30, the definitive ancient account of Hannibal's invasion of Italy in 218 BC, and the war he fought with the Romans over the following sixteen years. This new translation captures the brilliance of Livy's style, and is accompanied by a fascinating introduction and notes. Editor(s): Hoyos, Dexter. Translator(s): Yardley, J. C. Series: Oxford World's Classics. Num Pages: 800 pages, 5 maps. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; HBJD; HBLA; HBW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 130 x 38. Weight in Grams: 546.
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 800
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199555970
- ISBN
- 9780199555970
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 18.99€ 14.72
€ 18.99
€ 14.72
Paperback. Editor(s): Heckel, Waldemar. Translator(s): Yardley, J. C. Series: Oxford World's Classics. Num Pages: 656 pages, 4 maps. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; HBJD; HBLA; HPCA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 195 x 129 x 32. Weight in Grams: 440.
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 656
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Edition
- Reissue
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199555680
- ISBN
- 9780199555680
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 16.99€ 13.91
€ 16.99
€ 13.91
Paperback. Editor(s): Luce, T. J. Series: Oxford World's Classics. Num Pages: 416 pages, 2 maps. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; HBJD; HBLA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 126 x 21. Weight in Grams: 284.
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 416
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Edition
- New Ed. /
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199540044
- ISBN
- 9780199540044
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 14.99€ 12.25
€ 14.99
€ 12.25
Paperback. .
- Publisher
- Hackett Publishing Co, Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 452
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780872207233
- ISBN
- 9780872207233
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 21.99€ 17.53
€ 21.99
€ 17.53
Paperback. The first five books of Livy's history of Rome record the city's foundations through the Republic to Rome's recovery after the Gallic invasion of the 4th century BC. Translator(s): De Selincourt, Aubrey. Num Pages: 496 pages, 2 maps. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; 3D; HBJD; HBLA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 129 x 22. Weight in Grams: 346.
- Publisher
- Penguin Classics
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Edition
- Rev Ed
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780140448092
- ISBN
- 9780140448092
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 16.99€ 13.11
€ 16.99
€ 13.11
Hardcover. Num Pages: 112 pages, illus. BIC Classification: 1QDAE; 3D; HDDG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 303 x 216 x 16. Weight in Grams: 810.
- Publisher
- Museum Tusculanum Press Denmark
- Number of pages
- 112
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Edition
- Mul
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9788763505345
- ISBN
- 9788763505345
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 57.77€ 44.58
€ 57.77
€ 44.58