The Ancient Near East embraces a vast geographical area from the borders of Iran & Afghanistan in the east to the Levant & Anatolia & from the Black Sea in the north to Egypt in the south. It was a region of enormous cultural political & linguistic diversity. In this authoritative new study Amelie Kuhrt examines its history from the earliest written documents to the conquest of Alexander the Great c.3000-330 BC. This work dispels many of the misapprehensions which have surrounded the study of the region. It provides a lucid up-to-date narrative which takes into account the latest archaeological & textual discoveries & deals with the complex problems of interpretation & methodology. The Ancient Near East is an essential text for all students of history of this region & a valuable introduction for students & scholars working in related subjects. Winner of the AHO's 1997 James Henry Breasted Award. ...

In this revised & all-colour edition of her indispensable guide to the ancient Games Judith Swaddling traces their mythological & religious origins & describes the events the sacred ceremony & the celebrations that were an essential part of the Olympic festival. A large detailed model based on modern research & excavation reconstructs the site of ancient Olympia where alongside religious & civic buildings there grew an elaborate sports complex with a stadium for 40 000 spectators indoor & outdoor training facilities hot & cold baths a swimming pool & a race-course. Later chapters cover the diet & medical treatment of athletes sponsorship patronage propaganda & revivals of the Games & a brand new chapter based on the latest research discusses the literary sources for the Olympic Games. The expanded final chapter on the modern Games is written in collaboration with Stewart Binns an expert in this field who has worked closely with the International Olympic Committee over many years & has been revised to bring the story up to the preparations for the London 2012 Games. Illustrated with gorgeous full-colour photography & covering thousands of years of Olympic history this fascinating book is essential reading for anyone interested in the Olympic Games. ...

The tradition of ancient philosophy is a long rich & varied one in which a constant note is that of discussion & argument. This book introduces readers to some ancient debates to engage with the ancient developments of some themes. Getting away from the presentation of ancient philosophy as a succession of Great Thinkers the book gives readers a sense of the freshness & liveliness of ancient philosophy & of its wide variety of themes & styles. ...

This is the story of the greatest empire the world has ever known. Simon Baker charts the rise & fall of the world's first superpower focusing on six momentous turning points that shaped Roman history. Welcome to Rome as you've never seen it before
- awesome & splendid gritty & squalid. From the conquest of the Mediterranean beginning in the third century BC to the destruction of the Roman Empire at the hands of barbarian invaders some seven centuries later we discover the most critical episodes in Roman history: the spectacular collapse of the 'free' republic the birth of the age of the ' Caesars' the violent suppression of the strongest rebellion against Roman power & the bloody civil war that launched Christianity as a world religion. At the heart of this account are the dynamic complex but flawed characters of some of the most powerful rulers in history: men such as Pompey the Great Julius Caesar Augustus Nero & Constantine. Putting flesh on the bones of these distant legendary figures Simon Baker looks beyond the dusty toga-clad caricatures & explores their real motivations & ambitions intrigues & rivalries. The superb narrative full of energy & imagination is a brilliant distillation of the latest scholarship & a wonderfully evocative account of Ancient Rome.
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With commanding skill Thomas R. Martin tells the remarkable & dramatic story of how a tiny poor & threatened settlement grew to become during its height the dominant power in the Mediterranean world for five hundred years. Encompassing the period from Romes founding in the eighth century B.C. through Justinians rule in the sixth century A.D. he offers a distinctive perspective on the Romans & their civilization by employing fundamental Roman values as a lens through which to view both their rise & spectacular fall. Interweaving social political religious & cultural history Martin interprets the successes & failures of the Romans in war political organization quest for personal status & in the integration of religious beliefs & practices with government. He focuses on the central role of social & moral values in determining individual conduct as well as decisions of state from monarchy to republic to empire. Striving to reconstruct ancient history from the ground up he

Includes:: frequent references to ancient texts & authors encouraging readers to return to the primary sources. Comprehensive concise & accessible this masterful account provides a unique window into Rome & its changing fortune.

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Help your child get to the top of the class fast with this Eyewitness Project Book on Ancient Rome". Watch your child take their knowledge of Ancient Rome to the next level using this fill-in home-study workbook. Theyll test their knowledge & train their brains with hands-on activities amazing stickers & quick-fire quiz pages. Then turn the special wheel & pick up 100s of amazing facts fast. Do the activities together & encourage your child to practise essential skills at home to keep them one step ahead of the class. Fun-filled curriculum based exercises will help them progress with complete confidence. Reward stickers a progress chart & pull-out certificate make learning about Ancient Rome fun & easy!" ...

From the Colosseum to Hadrian's Wall Gem Ancient Rome shows us how Rome's vast empire laid the foundations of today's civilisation. From aqueducts to baths from gladiators to emperors the fascinating history of & mythology of ancient Rome are brought to life in this entertaining & highly-readable guide. With their sophisticated army monuments & roads the Romans literally paved the way to modern Europe. Learn about the h&-to-hand combat at gladiatorial shows rediscover the myths & legends of the Roman gods & find out how & why Rome became the conquering superpower that it did. History will come to life in this engaging & comprehensive introduction to one of the most fascinating & influential places the world has ever known.
Includes:: * Geography
- map of the Roman Empire * History
- a timeline with the accomplishments of the emperors * Culture
- what the Romans did for us * Religion
- Gods & Festivals * Mythology
- Virgil's Aeneid Romulus & Remus * Daily life in Ancient Greece
- different levels in society the jobs family life leisure activities * Politics
- transition from Republic to Dictatorship * Learning & knowledge
- Law Science Architecture Literature Art * War
- important wars the Empire the army & navy * Rome Today
- temples archaeology & modern tourist sites










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DK Eyewitness Ancient Rome" is a spectacular & informative guide to one of historys greatest civilizations the Romans their conquests & achievements that have shaped modern society. Amazing colour photographs offer your child a unique eyewitness view of these incredible civilisations. This title helps you show your child what life was like for the average Roman & discover the many ancient gods that they worshipped & the powerful senators & emperors who ruled over the empire. Then use the giant pull-out wall chart to decorate their room. Great for projects or just for fun make sure your child learns everything they need to know about Ancient Rome. Find out more & download amazing clipart images at our associated website." ...

Here is an informative & entertaining guide to everything that any tourist needs for a journey back in time to ancient Rome in AD 200. You need only pack your imagination & a toothbrush
- this guide provides the rest describing all the best places to stay & shop what to do & what to avoid. Brought to life with wonderful computer-generated reconstructions of ancient Rome this highly original witty book will appeal to tourists armchair travellers & history buffs.
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Legend has it that hidden in the remote reaches of the Himalayan mountains lies an ancient secret. There generations of Tibetan monks have passed down a series of exercises with mystical age-reversing properties. Known as the Tibetan Rites of Rejuvenation or the Five Rites these once-secret exercises are now available to us all in Ancient Secret of the Fountain of Youth by Peter Kelder. Beginning with an account of his own introduction to the rites by way of Colonel Bradford a mysterious retired British army officer who learned of the rites while journeying high up in the Himalayas Kelder then reveals to us the five ancient Tibetan rites that can make you feel & look years younger. The philosophies in the book combine with the practical yoga-like positions of the rites & dietary/lifestyle advice to provide you with the ultimate guide to preserving your youth. Taking just minutes a day to perform benefits include increased energy weight loss better memory new hair growth pain relief better digestion & just feeling much more youthful! ...