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The Celts

par Alice Roberts ...

'Informed, impeccably researched and written' Neil OliverThe Celts are one of the world's most mysterious ancient people. In this compelling account, Alice Roberts takes us on a journey across Europe, uncovering the truth about this engimatic tribe: their origins, their treasure and their enduring legacy today. What emerges is not a wild people, but a highly sophisticated tribal culture that ... En savoir plus

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'Informed, impeccably researched and written' Neil OliverThe Celts are one of the world's most mysterious ancient people. In this compelling account, Alice Roberts takes us on a journey across Europe, uncovering the truth about this engimatic tribe: their origins, their treasure and their enduring legacy today. What emerges is not a wild people, but a highly sophisticated tribal culture that
... En savoir plus
Roman Army Units in the Eastern Provinces (3)

4th–5th Centuries AD

par Dr Raffaele D’Amato ...

Collections Livre 570 - Men-at-Arms
This fully illustrated volume describes and illustrates the soldiers who garrisoned the Roman Empire's eastern provinces in the 4th and 5th centuries.After the 50-year chaos of the mid-3rd century AD, Emperor Diocletian (r. AD 284–305) and his successor, Constantine I (r. AD 306–37), the first Christian emperor, undertook major administrative reforms to reflect new realities and improve defensive ... En savoir plus

$17.99 CAD

This fully illustrated volume describes and illustrates the soldiers who garrisoned the Roman Empire's eastern provinces in the 4th and 5th centuries.After the 50-year chaos of the mid-3rd century AD, Emperor Diocletian (r. AD 284–305) and his successor, Constantine I (r. AD 306–37), the first Christian emperor, undertook major administrative reforms to reflect new realities and improve defensive
... En savoir plus
The Classic Collection of Edith Hamilton. Illustrated

The Greek Way, The Roman Way, Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes

par Edith Hamilton ...

This beautifully illustrated edition presents The Classic Collection of Edith Hamilton, a foundational set of works that brings the ancient worlds of Greece and Rome vividly to life. With timeless clarity and scholarly elegance, Hamilton’s writing has introduced generations of readers to classical civilization, myth, and thought. In The Greek Way, Hamilton explores the spirit of ancient Greece ... En savoir plus

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This beautifully illustrated edition presents The Classic Collection of Edith Hamilton, a foundational set of works that brings the ancient worlds of Greece and Rome vividly to life. With timeless clarity and scholarly elegance, Hamilton’s writing has introduced generations of readers to classical civilization, myth, and thought. In The Greek Way, Hamilton explores the spirit of ancient Greece
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The Complete Josephus Collection: Antiquities of the Jews, Autobiography of Josephus, An Extract Out Of Josephus's Discourse To The Greeks Concerning Hades, and The Wars of the Jews

par Josephus ...

Titus Flavius Josephus (37 circa 100) was a 1st-century Roman-Jewish historian and hagiographer of priestly and royal ancestry who recorded Jewish history, with special emphasis on the 1st century AD and the First JewishRoman War which resulted in the Destruction of Jerusalem in 70 AD. He has been credited by many as recording some of the earliest history of Jesus Christ outside of the gospels, ... En savoir plus

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Titus Flavius Josephus (37 circa 100) was a 1st-century Roman-Jewish historian and hagiographer of priestly and royal ancestry who recorded Jewish history, with special emphasis on the 1st century AD and the First JewishRoman War which resulted in the Destruction of Jerusalem in 70 AD. He has been credited by many as recording some of the earliest history of Jesus Christ outside of the gospels,
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Venus and Aphrodite

A Biography of Desire

par Bettany Hughes ...

A “lively, wide-ranging” (*TheTimes,* UK)**cultural history of the goddess of loveAphrodite was said to have been born from the sea, rising out of a froth of white foam. But long before the ancient Greeks conceived of this voluptuous blonde, she existed as an early spirit of fertility on the shores of Cyprus—and thousands of years before that, as a ferocious warrior-goddess in the Middle East. ... En savoir plus

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A “lively, wide-ranging” (*TheTimes,* UK)**cultural history of the goddess of loveAphrodite was said to have been born from the sea, rising out of a froth of white foam. But long before the ancient Greeks conceived of this voluptuous blonde, she existed as an early spirit of fertility on the shores of Cyprus—and thousands of years before that, as a ferocious warrior-goddess in the Middle East.
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Marius the Epicurean

par Walter Pater ...

Set in the second century A.D. against the backdrop of a Roman Empire on the verge of decline, "Marius the Epicurean" is the story of the philosophical and spiritual development of Marius, a young Italian serving as amanuensis to the great emperor Marcus Aurelius. Marius explores the various systems of philosophy in search of an elusive vision of love, moving from Epicureanism to Cyrenaicism and ... En savoir plus

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Set in the second century A.D. against the backdrop of a Roman Empire on the verge of decline, "Marius the Epicurean" is the story of the philosophical and spiritual development of Marius, a young Italian serving as amanuensis to the great emperor Marcus Aurelius. Marius explores the various systems of philosophy in search of an elusive vision of love, moving from Epicureanism to Cyrenaicism and
... En savoir plus
The Blazing Sea

par Tim Hodkinson ...

Collections Livre 8 - The Whale Road Chronicles
The thrilling new Whale Road Chronicles Viking adventure. Einar and the Wolf Coats venture south, but danger and bloodshed is never far away.Einar and the Wolf Coats have angered most of the kings of Northern Europe. With England no refuge, their only solution is to set sail across the Whale Road.A chance encounter with a slave trader leads them to Muslim Spain, but what starts as a joyous ... En savoir plus

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The thrilling new Whale Road Chronicles Viking adventure. Einar and the Wolf Coats venture south, but danger and bloodshed is never far away.Einar and the Wolf Coats have angered most of the kings of Northern Europe. With England no refuge, their only solution is to set sail across the Whale Road.A chance encounter with a slave trader leads them to Muslim Spain, but what starts as a joyous
... En savoir plus
SPQR

A History of Ancient Rome

par Mary Beard ...

**New York Times BestsellerA New York Times Notable BookNamed one of the Best Books of the Year by the Wall Street Journal, the Economist, Foreign Affairs, and Kirkus ReviewsFinalist for the National Book Critics Circle Award (Nonfiction)Shortlisted for the Cundill Prize in Historical LiteratureFinalist for the Los Angeles Times Book Prize (History)A San Francisco Chronicle Hol... ... En savoir plus

$18.19 CAD

**New York Times BestsellerA New York Times Notable BookNamed one of the Best Books of the Year by the Wall Street Journal, the Economist, Foreign Affairs, and Kirkus ReviewsFinalist for the National Book Critics Circle Award (Nonfiction)Shortlisted for the Cundill Prize in Historical LiteratureFinalist for the Los Angeles Times Book Prize (History)A San Francisco Chronicle Hol...
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The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire

par Gibbon, Edward ...

All six volumes are contained in this eBook. There is a linked table of contents, and the footnotes are also linked.Gibbon’s masterpiece, which narrates the history of the Roman Empire from the second century A.D. to its collapse in the west in the fifth century and in the east in the fifteenth century, is widely considered the greatest work of history ever written.The History of the Decline and ... En savoir plus

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All six volumes are contained in this eBook. There is a linked table of contents, and the footnotes are also linked.Gibbon’s masterpiece, which narrates the history of the Roman Empire from the second century A.D. to its collapse in the west in the fifth century and in the east in the fifteenth century, is widely considered the greatest work of history ever written.The History of the Decline and
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Soldier of Rome: The Road to Mesopotamia

The Artorian Dynasty, #9

par James Mace ...

Collections Livre 9 - The Artorian Dynasty
During the five decades since the Treaty of Rhandeia ended the War of Armenian Succession, an uneasy peace has existed between the Roman and Parthian Empires. The treaty's terms dictated the King of Armenia must come from Parthia's ruling Arsacid Dynasty but can only be lawfully crowned by the Emperor of Rome. Following the passing of King Sanatruk in 110 A.D., King Osroes of Parthia appoints a ... En savoir plus

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During the five decades since the Treaty of Rhandeia ended the War of Armenian Succession, an uneasy peace has existed between the Roman and Parthian Empires. The treaty's terms dictated the King of Armenia must come from Parthia's ruling Arsacid Dynasty but can only be lawfully crowned by the Emperor of Rome. Following the passing of King Sanatruk in 110 A.D., King Osroes of Parthia appoints a
... En savoir plus
Britannia

The Creation of a Roman Province

par John Creighton ...

This book completely re-evaluates the evidence for, and the interpretation of, the rule of the kings of Late Iron Age Britain: Cunobelin and Verica.Within a few generations of their reigns, after one died and the other had fled, Rome’s ceremonial centres had been transformed into the magnificence of Roman towns with monumental public buildings and Britannia examines these kings’ long-lasting ... En savoir plus

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This book completely re-evaluates the evidence for, and the interpretation of, the rule of the kings of Late Iron Age Britain: Cunobelin and Verica.Within a few generations of their reigns, after one died and the other had fled, Rome’s ceremonial centres had been transformed into the magnificence of Roman towns with monumental public buildings and Britannia examines these kings’ long-lasting
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Children of Mars

The Origins of Rome's Empire

par Jeremy Armstrong ...

Collections series Ancient Warfare and Civilization
A fresh narrative history of the rise of Rome's empire in Italy, that exposes the monumental expansion of the Roman familial, social, political, and militaristic way of living across Italy. Before the Romans could become masters of the Mediterranean, they had to first conquer the people of their own peninsula. This book explores the origins of Roman imperialism and the creation of Rome's early ... En savoir plus

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A fresh narrative history of the rise of Rome's empire in Italy, that exposes the monumental expansion of the Roman familial, social, political, and militaristic way of living across Italy. Before the Romans could become masters of the Mediterranean, they had to first conquer the people of their own peninsula. This book explores the origins of Roman imperialism and the creation of Rome's early
... En savoir plus
Jews vs. Rome

Two Centuries of Rebellion Against the World's Mightiest Empire

par Barry Strauss ...

A new history of two centuries of Jewish revolts against the Roman Empire, drawing on recent archeological discoveries and new scholarship by leading historian Barry Strauss.Jews vs. Rome is a gripping account of one of the most momentous eras in human history: the two hundred years of ancient Israel’s battles against Rome that reshaped Judaism and gave rise to Christianity. Barry Strauss vividly ... En savoir plus

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A new history of two centuries of Jewish revolts against the Roman Empire, drawing on recent archeological discoveries and new scholarship by leading historian Barry Strauss.Jews vs. Rome is a gripping account of one of the most momentous eras in human history: the two hundred years of ancient Israel’s battles against Rome that reshaped Judaism and gave rise to Christianity. Barry Strauss vividly
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Tiberius

From Masterly Commander to Masterful Emperor of Rome

par Lindsay Powell ...

“…offers a generally positive examination of Tiberius and a far more nuanced look at his life.” – Historical Miniatures Gaming SocietyHistory has not been kind to the memory of Tiberius Caesar (42 BC-AD 37), second emperor of the Romans. His reputation for capable generalship and sensible civic leadership are marred by reports of cruelty, treason trials and sexual depravity. Some historians have ... En savoir plus

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“…offers a generally positive examination of Tiberius and a far more nuanced look at his life.” – Historical Miniatures Gaming SocietyHistory has not been kind to the memory of Tiberius Caesar (42 BC-AD 37), second emperor of the Romans. His reputation for capable generalship and sensible civic leadership are marred by reports of cruelty, treason trials and sexual depravity. Some historians have
... En savoir plus
Works Of Marcus Tullius Cicero: Includes On Moral Duties (De Officiis), Academica, Complete Orations, And More (Mobi Collected Works)

par Marcus Tullius Cicero ...

This collection was designed for optimal navigation on eReaders and other electronic devices. It is indexed alphabetically, chronologically and by category, making it easier to access individual books. This collection offers lower price, the convenience of a one-time download, and it reduces the clutter in your digital library. All books included in this collection feature a hyperlinked table of ... En savoir plus

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This collection was designed for optimal navigation on eReaders and other electronic devices. It is indexed alphabetically, chronologically and by category, making it easier to access individual books. This collection offers lower price, the convenience of a one-time download, and it reduces the clutter in your digital library. All books included in this collection feature a hyperlinked table of
... En savoir plus
Queens of a Fallen World

The Lost Women of Augustine's Confessions

par Kate Cooper ...

FINALIST: THE CUNDILL HISTORY PRIZE 2023The vibrant and surprising lives of the women in Augustine's ConfessionsWhile many know of Saint Augustine and his Confessions, few are aware of how his life and thought were influenced by women.Queens of a Fallen World tells a story of betrayal, love, and ambition in the ancient world as seen through a woman's eyes. Historian Kate Cooper introduces us to ... En savoir plus

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FINALIST: THE CUNDILL HISTORY PRIZE 2023The vibrant and surprising lives of the women in Augustine's ConfessionsWhile many know of Saint Augustine and his Confessions, few are aware of how his life and thought were influenced by women.Queens of a Fallen World tells a story of betrayal, love, and ambition in the ancient world as seen through a woman's eyes. Historian Kate Cooper introduces us to
... En savoir plus
Історія для дорослих

par Олег Криштопа, Іван Дерейко ...

Історія України цікава, захоплива і сповнена пікантних подробиць. Це з 2021 року переконливо доводять ведучі популярного YouTube-каналу «Історія для дорослих» Олег Криштопа та Іван Дерейко. Нині, коли історія України цікавить усіх без винятку, вони вирішили укласти на основі найцікавіших матеріалів каналу своєрідний «підручник», у якому розповідають:-як росія століттями чинила геноцид в Україні та ... En savoir plus

$6.99 CAD

Історія України цікава, захоплива і сповнена пікантних подробиць. Це з 2021 року переконливо доводять ведучі популярного YouTube-каналу «Історія для дорослих» Олег Криштопа та Іван Дерейко. Нині, коли історія України цікавить усіх без винятку, вони вирішили укласти на основі найцікавіших матеріалів каналу своєрідний «підручник», у якому розповідають:-як росія століттями чинила геноцид в Україні та
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The Shortest History of Italy

3,000 Years from the Romans to the Renaissance to a Modern Republic - A Retelling for Our Times

par Ross King ...

Collections series The Shortest History Series
Discover the prodigious global influence of il bel paese in this star-studded retelling of Italy’s past—from a foremost author of historic Italy. The Shortest History books deliver thousands of years of history in one riveting, fast-paced read.“Each page brims with Bill Bryson-like trivia that is sure to delight.”—Booklist, starred reviewThe calendar. The Senate. The university. The piano, the ... En savoir plus

$13.99 CAD

Discover the prodigious global influence of il bel paese in this star-studded retelling of Italy’s past—from a foremost author of historic Italy. The Shortest History books deliver thousands of years of history in one riveting, fast-paced read.“Each page brims with Bill Bryson-like trivia that is sure to delight.”—Booklist, starred reviewThe calendar. The Senate. The university. The piano, the
... En savoir plus
Cambridge Medieval History: The Eastern Roman Empire

par J.B. Bury ...

The Cambridge Medieval History collection on the Eastern Roman Empire is a must-have for anyone interested in the history of the Eastern Empire, from the Balkans to Armenia. The collection is an exhaustive resource, discussing the empire from 500 1500 A.D. Topics such as the history of the Bulgarian kingdom, Armenia, the Venetian occupation of Greece , the Golden Horde, the Seljuqs, and the ... En savoir plus

$4.11 CAD

The Cambridge Medieval History collection on the Eastern Roman Empire is a must-have for anyone interested in the history of the Eastern Empire, from the Balkans to Armenia. The collection is an exhaustive resource, discussing the empire from 500 1500 A.D. Topics such as the history of the Bulgarian kingdom, Armenia, the Venetian occupation of Greece , the Golden Horde, the Seljuqs, and the
... En savoir plus
Millennium

The End of the World and the Forging of Christendom

par Tom Holland ...

Bestselling historian and broadcaster Tom Holland gives a thrilling panoramic account of the birth of the new Western Europe in the year 1000'An exhilarating sweep across European history either side of the year 1000; riveting' ALLAN MASSIE, SPECTATOR'I relished the blood and thunder narrative - the work of a great storyteller at his best' DOMINIC SANDBROOK, EVENING STANDARD'A splendid, h... ... En savoir plus

$14.99 CAD

Bestselling historian and broadcaster Tom Holland gives a thrilling panoramic account of the birth of the new Western Europe in the year 1000'An exhilarating sweep across European history either side of the year 1000; riveting' ALLAN MASSIE, SPECTATOR'I relished the blood and thunder narrative - the work of a great storyteller at his best' DOMINIC SANDBROOK, EVENING STANDARD'A splendid, h...
... En savoir plus
Caligula

The Damned Emperors Book 1

par Simon Turney ...

Collections Livre 1 - The Damned Emperors
'An engrossing new spin on a well-known tale' Antonia Senior, The Times**'**Caligula as you've never seen him before! A powerfully moving read from one of the best ancient world authors in the business' Kate Quinn, author of The Alice NetworkEveryone knows his name. Everyone thinks they know his story.Rome 37AD. The emperor is dying. No-one... ... En savoir plus

$15.99 CAD

'An engrossing new spin on a well-known tale' Antonia Senior, The Times**'**Caligula as you've never seen him before! A powerfully moving read from one of the best ancient world authors in the business' Kate Quinn, author of The Alice NetworkEveryone knows his name. Everyone thinks they know his story.Rome 37AD. The emperor is dying. No-one...
... En savoir plus
The Hellenistic World

par F. W. Walbank ...

The vast land empire that Alexander the Great left to his successors was without parallel in Greek history. Alexander’s family and generals created a new order of monarchies and city-states which was to control most of the territory between the Adriatic Sea and western India for three hundred years.The term ‘hellenistic’ is commonly used to describe this world in which Greek was the lingua franca ... En savoir plus

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The vast land empire that Alexander the Great left to his successors was without parallel in Greek history. Alexander’s family and generals created a new order of monarchies and city-states which was to control most of the territory between the Adriatic Sea and western India for three hundred years.The term ‘hellenistic’ is commonly used to describe this world in which Greek was the lingua franca
... En savoir plus
The Idea of a Town

The Anthropology of Urban Form in Rome, Italy and the Ancient World

par Joseph Rykwert ...

Roman towns and their history are generally regarded as being the preserve of the archaeologist or the economic historian. In this famous, unusual and radical book which touches on such disparate themes as psychology and urban architecture, Joseph Rykwert has considered them as works of art. His starting point is the mythical, historical and ritual texts in which their foundation is recounted ... En savoir plus

$19.99 CAD

Roman towns and their history are generally regarded as being the preserve of the archaeologist or the economic historian. In this famous, unusual and radical book which touches on such disparate themes as psychology and urban architecture, Joseph Rykwert has considered them as works of art. His starting point is the mythical, historical and ritual texts in which their foundation is recounted
... En savoir plus
Soldier of Rome: Tigris and Euphrates

The Artorian Dynasty, #10

par James Mace ...

Collections Livre 10 - The Artorian Dynasty
The year is 115 A.D. After two years of conquest, Emperor Caesar Traianus has annexed both Armenia and vassal kingdoms of northern Mesopotamia. His gaze turns south, his armies poised to march down the Tigris and Euphrates. Parthian resistance evaporates before his legions, like water drops incinerated by the burning desert sun. Soon, the ancient Kingdoms of Babylon and Mesopotamia will fall under ... En savoir plus

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The year is 115 A.D. After two years of conquest, Emperor Caesar Traianus has annexed both Armenia and vassal kingdoms of northern Mesopotamia. His gaze turns south, his armies poised to march down the Tigris and Euphrates. Parthian resistance evaporates before his legions, like water drops incinerated by the burning desert sun. Soon, the ancient Kingdoms of Babylon and Mesopotamia will fall under
... En savoir plus

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