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 Western Civilization: A Brief History, Volume I, 7 edition 
 Author: Jackson J. Spielvogel Western Civilization: A Brief History, Volume I, 7 edition The Pennsylvania State University 2010 ISBN: 0495571482 Format: PDF Size: 84,5 МБ Language: English Pages: 396 Put the world today into context by learning about the past through this brief, best-selling Western Civilization text that has helped thousands of students succeed in the course. Jack Spielvogel's engaging style of writing weaves the political, economic, social, religious, intellectual, cultural, and military aspects of history into a gripping story that is as memorable as it is instructive. You will also be exposed to primary source documents--actual historical documents that are the foundation for the historical analysis you read in the chapter. These documents include letters, poems, and songs through history--documents that actually enliven the past. Throughout the book there are also helpful tools to help you digest the reading including outlines, focus questions, chronologies, numerous maps and boldface key terms with definitions.
The Armies and Enemies of Imperial Rome
 The Armies and Enemies of Imperial Rome Author: Phil Barker Wargames Research Group ISBN: 0904417182 1981 Pages: 147 Language: English Format: PDF Size: 26 MB Phil Barker is one of the major figures in the development of the modern hobby of tabletop wargaming, particularly that of ancient warfare, and is a co-founder of the Wargames Research Group.
Atlas of the Celts
 Author: Barry Raftery, Clint Twist Atlas of the Celts Philip's 2001 Format: PDF Pages: 224 Language: English Size: 140 MB Philip's Historical Atlas of the Celts is a new addition to the highly successful Philip's Reference range. The Atlas details (in words, illustrations and maps) the history of the Celts, their expansion, decline and modern revival, their art and religion, and their impact on the Western world. It offers the most comprehensive coverage of the Celts. The Atlas of the Celts is arranged chronologically and spread-by-spread and there is a special section on Celtic culture (such as jewellery, clothing and mythology). The conclusion discusses some of the recent debates on Celtic identity. The appendices include: a detailed timeline of key dates in Celtic history, an atlas of Celtic sites and museums, a Who's Who in the Celtic world, drawings of Celtic ornaments, glossaries of Celtic terms and names, a gazetteer, and an index. The Historical Atlas of the Celts includes a foreword by Dr Barry Raftery, Professor of Celtic Studies at University College Dublin. Dr Raftery acted as principal consultant editor on the Atlas of the Celts. Additional consultation was provided by Dr Jane McIntosh of the University of Cambridge.The consultants have ensured that the Atlas of the Celts is an indispensable reference source for home, school and college use. Its maps, colour photographs, artwork and diagrams ensure that it will appeal to everybody who is interested in the enduring history of the Celts.
Anatolia - Cauldron of Cultures
 Author: Collective Anatolia - Cauldron of Cultures (Lost Civilizations Series) Time-Life Books 1995 Format: PDF Pages: 174 Language: English Size: 26.7 MB A fine series entry that deals with the variety of peoples and cultures in Anatolia, or modern Turkey. Chatal Hoyuk, in what is now south central Turkey, was excavated in the early 1960s and turned out to be one of the very first places that could be called a city. The excavators found evidence of a well-established agriculture, trade, and religion, all dating back to near the end of the Stone Age. Other archaeologists' efforts in Turkey have resulted in the discovery of the ancient empire of the Hittites, lost to history for centuries. These and several other little-known and understood civilizations are described. Numerous full-color photographs and illustrations add an extra dimension to the text. Readers with a background in ancient civilizations of the Near East will most benefit from this book.
Life in Ancient Mesopotamia
 Author: Don Nardo Life in Ancient Mesopotamia (Living History) Referencepoint Press 2013 Format: PDF Size: 6.6 Mb Language: English Living in ancient Mesopotamia could sometimes be harsh and dangerous, yet it could also be comfortable and fulfilling because the early inhabitants invented cities, writing, and other key elements of civilized life. Farming, trade, the home, education, womens roles, religious beliefs, technology and transportation are only some of the topics discussed in this revealing social history.
The Roman Navy: Ships, Men & Warfare 380 BC-AD 475
 Author: Michael Pitassi The Roman Navy: Ships, Men & Warfare 380 BC-AD 475 Seaforth Publishing ISBN: 1408844362 2012 Format: EPUB Pages: 224 Size: 21 Mb Language: English The Roman Navy was remarkable for its size, reach and longevity. As significant as the Royal Navy was to the British Empire in the nineteenth century, the Roman Navy was crucial to the extraordinary expansion of Imperial power and for its maintenance over a period of more than 800 years. The fabric and organization of this maritime force is at the core of this new book.At the height of its power the Roman Navy was, at least in numerical terms, the largest maritime force ever to have existed. It employed tens of thousands of sailors and maintained and fought fleets of ships larger than any forces since. In these pages the author looks at all the aspects of the Navy in turn. Shipbuilding, rigs and fittings, and shipboard weaponry are covered as are all the principal ship from the earliest types to the very last. The command structure is outlined, as are all aspects of the crews' lives, their recruitment, terms of service, training and uniforms.
Abydos: Egypt's First Pharaohs and the Cult of Osiris
 Abydos: Egypt's First Pharaohs and the Cult of Osiris Author: David B. O'Connor Thames & Hudson 2009 ISBN: 0500390304 Format: PDF Size: 38.7 MB Language: English Pages: 215 Abydos is one of the most important archaeological sites in Egypt, the burial place of the first kings of Egypt and a cult center of Osiris, god of the lower world and judge of the dead. This sacred city has long tantalized archaeologists with incredible finds which include the oldest surviving boats in the world, the earliest indications of writing in Egypt, and stunning temples and tombs, many predating the first pyramids at Saqqara. 15 color, 125 b&w illustrations
Ancient Food Technology
 Author: R. Curtis Ancient Food Technology (Technology and Change in History) Brill Academic Publishers 2000 541 Format: Pdf Size: 33,1 MB Language: English This text discusses innovations in food processing and preservation from the palaeolithic period through to the late Roman Empire. It considers the integral role food technology played in the political, economic, and social fabric of ancient society.
The Oxford Dictionary of Byzantium
 Author: Alexander P. Kazhdan The Oxford Dictionary of Byzantium (Volume 2) Oxford University Press ISBN: 0195046528 1991 Format: PDF Size: 64,5 МБ Language: English The Oxford Dictionary of Byzantium is a three-volume, comprehensive dictionary of Byzantine civilization. The first resource of its kind in the field, it features over 5,000 entries written by an international group of eminent Byzantinists covering all aspects of life in the Byzantine world. According to Alexander Kazhdan, editor-in-chief of the Dictionary: "Entries on patriarchy and emperors will coexist with entries on surgery and musical instruments.
Ilios The City and Country of the Trojans.
 Author: Schliemann, Dr. Henry. Ilios The City and Country of the Trojans. Harper & Brothers, 1881 Format: PDF Size: 82,18 mb Language: English The Results of Researches and Discoveries on the Site of Troy and Throughout the Troad in the Years 1871-72-73-78-79. With Maps, Plans, and About 1800 Illustrations
The Cambridge Ancient History
 The Cambridge Ancient History Author: composite authors Cambridge University Press 1970 - 1991 Pages: 16525 Format: PDF Quality: OCR Language: English Size: 980 mb
The Roman Army from Hadrian to Constantine
 Author: Michael Simkins The Roman Army from Hadrian to Constantine (Men-at-arms 93) Osprey Publishing Ltd. 1979 Format: Pdf Size: 33 Mb Language: English
The British Museum Dictionary of Ancient Egypt
 The British Museum Dictionary of Ancient Egypt Author: Ian Shaw, Paul T. Nicholson The American University in Cairo Press 2002 Pages: 328 Format: PDF Quality: Good Language: English Size: 127 mb This successful and highly-esteemed British Museum reference work is now republished in a new pocket-sized edition. This authoritative illustrated dictionary provides clear explanations and descriptions of the important ideas, events and personalities throughout four thousand years of Egyptian civilization. More than 600 extensively cross-referenced and comprehensively-indexed A-Z entries provide detailed information on all aspects of ancient Egypt and Nubia during the pharaonic and Graeco-Roman periods. Each entry is followed by a bibliography. The dictionary is lavishly illustrated throughout with photographs, line drawings, site plans and maps.
Time Frame AD 200-600 - Empires Besieged
 Author: Collective Time Frame AD 200-600 - Empires Besieged Time-Life Books 1988 Format: PDF Pages: 183 Language: English Size: 43.1 MB Includes material on the Sassanids of Persia, the Guptas of India, the Moche of Peru, and the Zapotecs of Mexico.
Empires of the Silk Road: A History of Central Eurasia from the Bronze Age to the Present
 Author: Christopher I. Beckwith Empires of the Silk Road: A History of Central Eurasia from the Bronze Age to the Present Princeton University Press 2009 504 Format: Pdf Size: 3,8 MB Language: English The first complete history of Central Eurasia from ancient times to the present day, Empires of the Silk Road represents a fundamental rethinking of the origins, history, and significance of this major world region. Christopher Beckwith describes the rise and fall of the great Central Eurasian empires, including those of the Scythians, Attila the Hun, the Turks and Tibetans, and Genghis Khan and the Mongols. In addition, he explains why the heartland of Central Eurasia led the world economically, scientifically, and artistically for many centuries despite invasions by Persians, Greeks, Arabs, Chinese, and others. In retelling the story of the Old World from the perspective of Central Eurasia, Beckwith provides a new understanding of the internal and external dynamics of the Central Eurasian states and shows how their people repeatedly revolutionized Eurasian civilization. Beckwith recounts the Indo-Europeans' migration out of Central Eurasia, their mixture with local peoples, and the resulting development of the Graeco-Roman, Persian, Indian, and Chinese civilizations; he details the basis for the thriving economy of premodern Central Eurasia, the economy's disintegration following the region's partition by the Chinese and Russians in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, and the damaging of Central Eurasian culture by Modernism; and he discusses the significance for world history of the partial reemergence of Central Eurasian nations after the collapse of the Soviet Union.
HarperCollins Atlas of Bible History
 HarperCollins Atlas of Bible History Author: Zondervan HarperOne 2008 ISBN: 0061451959 Pages: 192 Language: English Format: EPUB Size: 7 MB From the earliest evidence of humankind in Palestine to the establishment of the kingdoms of Judah and Israel, the ministry of Jesus, and the rise of the Christian Church, the richly illustrated HarperCollins Atlas of Bible History brings the Bible to life in all its geographical context. Detailed biblical references, timelines, and suggestions for further reading accompany each period of biblical history, conveying a tangible sense of the land, events, and people portrayed in the world's most famous book. With more than 100 full-color maps, timelines, and expert explanations, this superlative reference work will enable readers to more fully appreciate and understand the Bible and its stories. The HarperCollins Atlas of Bible History features: Over 100 full-color geographical and topographical maps The latest archaeological information, floor plans, city plans, illustrations, and artistic recreations of ancient life Charts, graphs, statistics, informative sidebars, and more Detailed biblical references Timelines that place each section of the Bible in its historical context Web site recommendations for further interactive study
Roman Centurions 31 BC–AD 500
 Author: Raffaele D'Amato, Giuseppe Rava Roman Centurions 31 BC–AD 500 (Osprey Men-at-Arms 479) Osprey Publishing 2012 Format: pdf (E-book) Size: 3,5Mb
Ancient Rome
 Ancient Rome (Ancient Civilizations) Author: Susan E. Hamen Essential Library Ancient Civilizations 2015 ISBN-13: 978-1624035425 Pages: 115 Language: English Format: PDF (True) Size: 18 MB "In Ancient Rome, readers discover the history and impressive accomplishments of the ancient Romans, including their military power and feats of engineering. Engaging text provides details on the civilization's history, development, daily life, culture, art, technology, warfare, social organization, and more."--Publisher's web site.
CRISIS OF ROME: The Jugurthine and Northern Wars and the Rise of Marius
 Author: Gareth Sampson CRISIS OF ROME: The Jugurthine and Northern Wars and the Rise of Marius Pen and Sword 2010 Format: epub Size: 12.5 Mb Language: English In the later 2nd century BC, after a period of rapid expansion and conquest, the Roman Republic found itself in crisis. In North Africa her armies were already bogged down in a long difficult guerrilla war in a harsh environment when invasion by a coalition of Germanic tribes, the Cimbri, Teutones and Ambrones, threatened Italy and Rome itself, inflicting painful defeats on Roman forces in pitched battle Gaius Marius was the man of the hour. The first war he brought to an end through tactical brilliance, bringing the Numidian King Jugurtha back in chains. Before his ship even returned to Italy, the senate elected Marius to lead the war against the northern invaders. Reorganizing and reinvigorating the demoralized Roman legions, he led them to two remarkable victories in the space of months, crushing the Teutones and Ambrones at Aquiae Sextae and the Cimbri at Vercellae. The Roman army emerged from this period of crisis a much leaner and more professional force and the author examines the extent to which the 'Marian Reforms' were responsible for this and the extent to which they can be attributed to Marius himself.
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