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From the beginning of the Minoan civilization to the fall of the Greek states to the Romans by 30 B.C., this handy reference provides comprehensive access to over three millennia of ancient Greek history and archaeology. 179 halftones and linecuts.This handy reference provides comprehensive access t... More

From the acclaimed authors of "Handbook to Life in Ancient Rome" comes a dictionary of more than 1,400 entries, covering such topics as Rome's festivals, sacrifices, temples, burial rites, deities, spirits, and historical religious events. 120 halftones & line illustrations.Long overshadowed by Gree... More

The bestselling authors of "Nelsons Trafalgar" return to the Napoleonic War in this epic narrative of the naval struggle that lasted from 1798 to 1815, a period marked at the beginning by Napoleons seizing power and at the end by the War of 1812. 16-page b&w photo insert.As he did with his much laud... More

This handy reference provides full access to the 1,200 years of Roman rule from the 8th century B.C. to the 5th century A.D., including information on art, literature, law, and engineering. 150 illustrations.This handy reference provides full access to the 1,200 years of Roman rule from the 8th cent... More

Maria Galli Stampino has suggested that cultural studies makes a difference in the world of scholarship, and that it promises advantages to teachers and students of l'italianistica (Italian Cultural Studies, Bordighera 2001). The papers included in this volume were presented at the international con... More

Unlike any Gettysburg book now available, The Gettysburg Companion describes the battle in comprehensive detail. Lavishly illustrated with color maps, diagrams, charts, drawings, paintings, and period photos.... More

Chronicling the early years of Richard Sharpe's career, this is the ultimate companion book to Bernard Cornwell's "New York Times" bestselling series. 8-page photo insert & 37 illustrations throughout.Named "the direct heir to Patrick O'Brian" by The Economist, Bernard Cornwell is the undisputed mas... More