From the moment its last king was expelled (traditionally in 753) the Roman republic had to fight for its very survival. Centuries of almost continuous warfare saw Romes armies evolve in response to a wide variety of threats which were met with mixed fortunes though always with ultimate success. As defence of the homeland turned to territorial expansion, Roman forces also had to adapt to sustained campaigns in varied terrain and climates, not to mention the changes in the Roman republic it...

A detailed account of Severus' reign with particular emphasis on his military campaigns against the Parthians and the Garamantes in North Africa.The assassination of Emperor Commodus in 192 sparked a civil war. Septimius Severus emerged as the eventual victor and his dynasty (the Severans) ruled until 235. He fought numerous campaigns, against both internal rivals and external enemies, extending the Empire to the east (adding Mesopotamia), the south (in Africa) and ...

In "Mrs. Piper & the Society for Psychical Research," Michael Sage masterfully delves into the intricate world of early 20th-century spiritualism, intertwining historical narrative with an analytical approach. The book centers on the pioneering medium, Mrs. Piper, whose séances captured the attention of the Society for Psychical Research. Sage's prose is both engaging and meticulous, reflecting a lucid understanding of the socio-cultural landscape during the rise of paranormal investigatio...

This Ancient Roman military history examines the famous Gallic Wars, in which Julius Caesar extended Roman rule across much of Europe.In 46 BC, Julius Caesar celebrated two historic victories: the conquest of Gaul and the defeat of his rival in the Roman civil war. This sweeping history details the decades of military conflict that led to this culminating celebration. Historian Michael Sage begins his narrative with the Roman Republic's early forays across the Alps,...

"Mrs. Piper & the Society for Psychical Research" by Michael Sage delves into the intriguing life of Mrs. Piper, a prominent medium in the early 20th century. The book explores her remarkable abilities to communicate with the deceased, which captivated both the public and the scientific community. Sage meticulously examines the Society for Psychical Research's investigations into her claims, highlighting the tension between belief and skepticism. Through detailed accounts, the narrative re...

In "Mrs. Piper & the Society for Psychical Research," Michael Sage intertwines biography and historical analysis to explore the fascinating intersection of mysticism and scientific inquiry during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This meticulously researched work narrates the life of medium Mrs. Leonora Piper and her influential role in the Society for Psychical Research (SPR), unveiling the complexities of the era's spiritualist movements alongside the burgeoning skepticism of the s...

Warfare in Ancient Greece assembles a wide range of source material and introduces the latest scholarship on the Greek experience of war. The author has carefully selected key texts, many of them not previously available in English, and provided them with comprehensive commentaries.For the Greek polis, warfare was a more usual state of affairs than peace. The documents assembled here recreate the social and historical framework in which ancient Greek warfare took place - ov...

An in-depth exploration of Rome's third-century crisis, examining its internal turmoil, external pressures, and transformative reforms.For its first two centuries the Roman Empire enjoyed a relatively peaceful existence. There were short periods of trouble and instability, but they had no lasting effect. At the end of the second century AD, the situation began to change and by the third century the Empire was beset by serious internal and external threats.

The Republican Roman Army assembles a wide range of source material and introduces the latest scholarship on the evolution of the Roman Army and the Roman experience of war. The author has carefully selected and translated key texts, many of them not previously available in English, and provided them with comprehensive commentaries and essays.This wide-ranging survey of documents recreates the social and historical framework in which ancient Roman warfare took place – from...

A half-Dwarf enters a wizard's tower chasing treasure, but every puzzle, spell, and monster is another way to die.Everyone underestimates Lucky. You're a half-Dwarf with something to prove, a dangerous plan, and one shot at the legendary wizard's tower.The tower isn't just guarded. It's alive with traps, riddles, monsters, and magic built to punish the careless. Every floor demands a decision. Every wrong answer invents a new and spectacular way to die....

This book explores why the concept of wild pedagogy is an essential aspect of education in these times; a re-negotiated education that acknowledges the necessity of listening to voices in a more than human world, and (re)learning how to dwell in a place. As the geological epoch inexorably shifts to the Anthropocene, the authors argue that learning to live in and engage with the world is increasingly crucial in such times of uncertainty. The editors and contributors examine what wild pedago...

Previous efforts at legal development have focused almost exclusively on state legal systems, many of which have shown little improvement over time. Recently, organizations engaged in legal development activities have begun to pay greater attention to the implications of local, informal, indigenous, religious and village courts or tribunals, which often are more efficacious than state legal institutions, especially in rural communities. Legal pluralism is the term applied to these situatio...