A Companion to Ancient History

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A Companion to Ancient History , edited by Andrew Erskine, provides an in-depth exploration of ancient history through diverse themes, including politics, economics, art, and religion, among others. The book features contributions from leading scholars in the field, offering both broad overviews and detailed analyses of historical periods. It serves as an essential resource for those interested in the multifaceted aspects of ancient societies and their enduring legacies.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the ancient world and enjoy exploring detailed analyses of various historical periods, cultures, and events. It offers a comprehensive guide to ancient history, providing insights from different scholars, making it ideal for both students and enthusiasts of early civilisations.

A Companion to Ancient History

Comprising more than 40 essays by leading international scholars, this volume moves beyond a conventional focus on Greece and Rome and provides coverage of the many cultures within the ancient Mediterranean.

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This Companion provides a comprehensive introduction to key topics in the study of ancient history.

Examines the forms of evidence, problems, approaches, and major themes in the study of ancient history. Comprises more than 40 essays, written by leading international scholars. Moves beyond the primary focus on Greece and Rome with coverage of the various cultures within the ancient Mediterranean. Draws on the latest research in the field. Provides an essential resource for any student of ancient history.

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A Companion to Ancient History, as reviewed by Scripta Classica Israelica, is considered a well-edited and wide-ranging volume, valuable for those studying ancient history disciplines such as Assyriology, Egyptology, and Iranology. The Bryn Mawr Classical Review praises it for its high-quality presentation, noting the helpful inclusion of maps, a timeline, and indices, which are beneficial to new students.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781118451366

Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 December 2012

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell

Contributors:

Edited by Andrew Erskine
Edited by Andrew Erskine

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 34.0mm

Width: 173.0mm

Height: 247.0mm

Weight: 1102g

Pages: 736

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Ancient & Classical History History & Military Non-Fiction Series: Blackwell Companions to the Ancient World

About the Author

Andrew Erskine is head of Classics at University of Edinburgh. He has held an Alexander von Humboldt fellowship at the University of Munich. His publications include A Companion to the Hellenistic World (Blackwell, 2003), Troy between Greece and Rome: Local Tradition and Imperial Power (2001), and The Hellenistic Stoa: Political Thought and Action (1990).