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| ISBN | Title | Author | Description | Publisher |
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| The Last Days Of Pompeii | ||||
| The Lives Of The Twelve Caesars | ||||
| 9781566193597 | The Making of the Roman Army: From Republic to Empire | Lawrence J.F. Keppie | Barnes & Noble Books | |
| The Marriage Of Cadmus And Harmonu | ||||
| The Meridian Handbook Of Classical Mythology | ||||
| 9780198691174 | The Oxford Classical Dictionary, 2nd Edition | N. G. L. Hammond, H. H. Scullard | Introduction -- Decisions, Decisions -- Ambience -- Housing -- Jobs -- Crime -- Transportation -- Education -- Health Care -- Recreation -- Climate -- Putting It All Together -- Appendix A. Metropolitan Areas By State -- Appendix B. People -- Appendix C. Metropolitan Area Place Finder. Edited By N. G. L. Hammond And H. H. Scullard. Includes Bibliographies. | Clarendon Press |
| 9780195076189 | The Oxford Companion to Archaeology (Oxford Companions) | When we think of archaeology, most of us think first of its many spectacular finds: the legendary city of Troy, Tutankhamun's golden tomb, the three-million-year-old footprints at Laetoli, the mile-high city at Machu Picchu, the cave paintings at Lascaux. But as marvelous as these discoveries are, the ultimate goal of archaeology, and of archaeologists, is something far more ambitious. Indeed, it is one of humanity's great quests: to recapture and understand our human past, across vast stretches of time, as it was lived in every corner of the globe. Now, in The Oxford Companion to Archaeology, readers have a comprehensive and authoritative overview of this fascinating discipline, in a book that is itself a rare find, a treasure of up-to-date information on virtually every aspect of the field. The range of subjects covered here is breathtaking—everything from the domestication of the camel, to Egyptian hieroglyphics, to luminescence dating, to the Mayan calendar, to Koobi Fora and Olduvai Gorge. Readers will find extensive essays that illuminate the full history of archaeology—from the discovery of Herculaneum in 1783, to the recent finding of the "Ice Man" and the ancient city of Uruk—and engaging biographies of the great figures in the field, from Gertrude Bell, Paul Emile Botta, and Louis and Mary Leakey, to V. Gordon Childe, Li Chi, Heinrich Schliemann, and Max Uhle. The Companion offers extensive coverage of the methods used in archaeological research, revealing how archaeologists find sites (remote sensing, aerial photography, ground survey), how they map excavations and report findings, and how they analyze artifacts (radiocarbon dating, dendrochronology, stratigraphy, mortuary analysis). Of course, archaeology's great subject is humanity and human culture, and there are broad essays that examine human evolution—ranging from our early primate ancestors, to Australopithecus and Cro-Magnon, to Homo Erectus and Neanderthals—and explore the many general facets of culture, from art and architecture, to arms and armor, to beer and brewing, to astronomy and religion. And perhaps most important, the contributors provide insightful coverage of human culture as it has been expressed in every region of the world. Here entries range from broad overviews, to treatments of particular themes, to discussions of peoples, societies, and particular sites. Thus, anyone interested in North America would find articles that cover the continent from the Arctic to the Eastern woodlands to the Northwest Coast, that discuss the Iroquois and Algonquian cultures, the hunters of the North American plains, and the Norse in North America, and that describe sites such as Mesa Verde, Meadowcraft Rockshelter, Serpent Mound, and Poverty Point. Likewise, the coverage of Europe runs from the Paleolithic period, to the Bronze and Iron Age, to the Post-Roman era, looks at peoples such as the Celts, the Germans, the Vikings, and the Slavs, and describes sites at Altamira, Pompeii, Stonehenge, Terra Amata, and dozens of other locales. The Companion offers equally thorough coverage of Africa, Europe, North America, Mesoamerica, South America, Asia, the Mediterranean, the Near East, Australia and the Pacific. And finally, the editors have included extensive cross-referencing and thorough indexing, enabling the reader to pursue topics of interest with ease; charts and maps providing additional information; and bibliographies after most entries directing readers to the best sources for further study. Every Oxford Companion aspires to be the definitive overview of a field of study at a particular moment of time. This superb volume is no exception. Featuring 700 articles written by hundreds of respected scholars from all over the world, The Oxford Companion to Archaeology provides authoritative, stimulating entries on everything from bog bodies, to underwater archaeology, to the Pyramids of Giza and the Valley of the Kings. Booknews Covers a broad range of subjectsfrom the domestication of the camel, to Egyptian hieroglyphics, to luminescence dating, to the Mayan calendar, to Koobi Fora and Olduvai Gorge. The 700 essays explore the history of archaeology, great figures in the fieldlike Gertrude Bell, Louis and Mary Leakey, V. Gordon Childe, and Li Chi; methods of archaeological research; human evolution; and the people, cultures, and sites of every region of the world. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or. | Oxford University Press | |
| 9780198661214 | The Oxford Companion to Classical Literature | From Achilles's heel to the sword of Damocles, Western culture teems with allusions from the rich heritage of classical literature, and this new edition of The Oxford Companion to Classical Literature, the first updating since Sir Paul Harvey's original edition of 1937, provides the key to these works and the ancient Greek and Roman civilizations that produced them. Substantially revising the first edition, this volume condenses the findings of the most recent scholarship into highly readable prose and supplies a wealth of background information not found in Harvey's Companion. Indispensable to those studying classical literature in depth, the book will be equally accessible to the non-specialist. All Greek is transliterated, with translations given for all quotations from Greek and Latin. The main focus of the Companion remains the lives and works of the principal authors. Biographical entries offer the essential facts and sift the conjectural evidence, while entries on the major works include discussions of the philosophical dialogues and political speeches and plot summaries of the epic poems and plays. The various literary forms—epic, comedy, tragedy, rhetorical writing—are covered in depth, supplemented by articles on the origins of the Greek and Latin alphabets and languages. The Companion also puts this literature into its societal and historical contexts, including many articles on political, social, and artistic achievements. We learn, for example, about the political climate that produced the great speeches of Demosthenes and Cicero. Orators, statesmen, and generals stalk the pages, and major battles and conquests from the time of Alexander to the fall of Rome are summarized. Articles on contemporary social mores and religious beliefs help explain literary references, while the glories of philosophy, science, and art are celebrated from Cynics to Stoics, astronomy to water-clocks, and flute competitions to vase painting. Helpful maps supplement geographical entries, a chronological table provides an overview of the main historical and literary events, and a systematic set of cross-references links the entries. The breadth and accuracy of this volume will surely make it the standard reference book of its kind for years to come.Library JournalThis opulent companion offers the general reader help of every kind in the understanding of classical literature. More than a handbook of authors and titles, the guide illumines the faded images of mythological and historical figures, as well as providing articles on general topics: e.g., genre, theater, politics, religion, the transmission of texts through the Renaissance, and such intimate mysteries as meter. This extensively redesigned second edition, assuming no prior knowledge of ancient languages, greatly expands upon and brings up to date Paul Harvey's popular original volume, published in 1937. This edition should enjoy its own quinquagenial (or 50th) anniversary.-- Stephen Scully, Boston Univ. | Oxford University Press | |
| 9780198721123 | The Oxford History of the Classical World | The history, achievements, and enduring legacies of Greek and Roman antiquity come to life in the pages of this comprehensive and beautifully illustrated volume. Following a format similar to that of The Oxford Illustrated History of Britain, the book brings together the work of thirty outstanding authorities and organizes their contributions into three main sections. The first section covers Greece from the eighth to the fourth centuries B.C., a period unparalleled in history for its brilliance in literature, philosophy, and the visual arts. The second section deals with the Hellinization of the Middle East by the monarchies established in the areas conquered by Alexander the Great, the growth of Rome, and the impact of the two cultures on one another. The third section covers the foundation of the Roman Empire by Augustus and its consolidation in the first two centuries A.D. A short concluding essay discusses certain aspects of the later Empire and its influence on Western civilization, notably through the adoption of Christianity. Within each section, chapters dealing with political and social history alternate with chapters on literature, philosophy, and the arts. Maps and chronological charts—not to mention more than 250 illustrations, including sixteen in color—enrich the basic text, along with bibliographies and a full index. About the Editors: John Boardman is Lincoln Professor of Classical Archaeology at the University of Oxford. Jasper Griffin and Oswyn Murray are both Fellows Balliol College, Oxford. | Oxford University Press | |
| 9780140513295 | The Penguin Historical Atlas of Ancient Rome (Hist Atlas) | Scarre, Chris | More than 15 centuries after its fall, the Roman Empire continues to profoundly influence world history. This atlas traces the empire's rise and fall, looking at its provinces and cities, trade and economy, armies and frontier defenses; charting its transformation into a Christian theocracy; and assessing its lasting impact. Full color. | Penguin Books |
| The Private Life Of The Romans | ||||
| 9780760701454 | The Provinces of the Roman Empire From Caesar to Diocletian (Two Volumes in One) | Theodor Mommsen | Among the histories of the Roman Empire, that of Mommsen stands out for its attention to detail and the thoroughness with which it covers the field. Rarely has a historian been able to cover such a span of time with such skill. Originally part of a multi-volume history of the Roman Empire in its totality, this segment deals specifically with the period from Julius Caesar to Diocletian, and more precisely, with the provinces of the Empire during that period. Beginning with the northern provinces of Italy, Mommsen moves the exploration into Spain and the Gallic provinces. The place of Rome in Germany and the free Germans, not subjugated by the Empire are considered, along with the exploits of the Empire in Britain. Mommsen considers the wars of Rome with the Danubian tribes and the incursion of the Empire into Greece and Asia Minor. For the scholar interested in how the Roman Empire was perceived in the best of early twentieth century research, this volume is a gem. | Barnes & Noble Books |
| 9780304352845 | The Punic Wars | Goldsworthy, Adrian | In This Book, Adrian Goldsworthy Chronicles The Wars That Shaped The Western World. Each Of The Wars Are Described In Detail: The Long Stalemate Over Sicily In The First Punic War (264-241bc), The Titanic Struggle Which Saw Hannibal Beaten Back From The Very Edge Of Victory In The Second Punic War (218-202bc), And The Final Carnage Of The Third Punic War (149-146bc) Which Ended In The Destruction Of Carthage. The Political Background To The Conflict As A Whole, The Grand Strategies Of The Generals And The Brutal Realities Of Close-contact Fighting On The Ground And At Sea Are All Clearly Described. The Great Pitched Battles Are Covered In Especial Detail, Notably Hannibal's 'perfect' Victory At Cannae In 216 Which Has Remained An Inspiration For Commanders Across The World Ever Since.--jacket. The Opposing Sides -- The Outbreak Of War -- The Land War -- The War At Sea -- The End -- Causes Of The Second Punic War -- Invasion -- Cannae And The Crisis For Rome -- The War In Italy, 216-203 Bc -- Spain, Macedonia And Sicily -- The Rise Of Scipio, 210-205 Bc -- Africa -- Rome, The Beginnings Of Empire -- 'delanda Carthago' -- The Third Punic War -- The Legacy. Adrian Goldsworthy. Includes Bibliographical References And Index. | Cassell |
| 9781846812767 | The Rise And Fall Of Ancient Rome: An Illustrated Military And Political History Of The World's Mightiest Power: From The Rise Of The Republic And The Dominance Of The Empire To The Fall Of The West | Rodgers, Nigel, Dodge, Hazel Dr. | Lorenz Books | |
| The Roman Forum | ||||
| The Romans | ||||
| 9780801302671 | THE ROMANS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES BOOK 1 | Addison Wesley | The Romans Speak for Themselves, Book I and II, consist of selections drawn from some of the greatest an dmost interesting roman authors. Book I contains 14 short, adapted readings designed to accompany any Latin program. Each passage is cross-referenced in the appropriate chapter in ECCE ROMANI. Book II provides eight passages drawn from Roman authors such as Seneca, Petronius, and Augustine. Each passage of cross-referenced in the appropropriate chapter of ECCE ROMANI. | Addison Wesley |
| The Search For Alexander | ||||
| The Trial Of Socrates | ||||
| The Trojan War |