Petra and the Lost Kingdom of the Nabataeans

Name: Petra and the Lost Kingdom of the Nabataeans
Brand: Bloomsbury Publishing PTY Ltd
SKU: 9781848850200
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By Jane Taylor

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Petra and the Lost Kingdom of the Nabataeans by Jane Taylor explores the history and culture of the Nabataean civilisation, focusing on their capital, Petra. This captivating book delves into the architectural marvels and societal achievements of the Nabataeans, illuminating their rise and fall through archaeological findings and historical analysis. The narrative offers a detailed look at how this ancient civilisation thrived in a remarkably challenging desert environment.
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Petra and the Lost Kingdom of the Nabataeans

The Nabataean Arabs, one of the most gifted peoples of the ancient world, are today known only for their hauntingly beautiful rock-carved capital - Petra, a magnificent city carved out of the mountains, and one of the most breath-taking achievements of the ancient world. This book recounts the story of this remarkable but lost civilization.

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The Nabataean Arabs, one of the most gifted peoples of the ancient world, are today known only for their hauntingly beautiful rock-carved capital—Petra, a magnificent city carved out of the mountains, and one of the most breath-taking achievements of the ancient world.

Yet they were famous in their day—Herod the Great and his sons, and a kaleidoscope of Roman emperors and generals were keenly aware of this powerful and wealthy trading kingdom. The Nabataeans became inspired patrons of the arts, creating some of the most sublime and perfectly individual architecture of the time, not only at Petra, but over much of the Middle East.

This richly illustrated book recounts the story of a remarkable but lost civilization. It tells of their nomadic origins, the development of their rich culture in Jordan, Syria, Arabia, Sinai and the Negev, their relations with their more famous neighbours, and the demise of their kingdom at the hands of the Romans.

Petra and the Lost Kingdom of the Nabataeans by Jane Taylor offers an engaging and detailed insight into this intriguing period of history.

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Petra and the Lost Kingdom of the Nabataeans by Jane Taylor is praised for its engaging narrative and stunning photography, which capture the essence of the Nabataean civilization. Reviewers commend the book's detailed and accessible exploration of the history and culture of the Nabataeans, complimented by Taylor’s command of the subject. It is recognised for providing both an enjoyable reading experience and a valuable resource for understanding this ancient Arab culture.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781848850200

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 20 December 2012

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: I.B. Tauris

Illustration: 120 full colour pictures

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 204.0mm

Height: 276.0mm

Weight: 700g

Pages: 224

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Ancient & Classical History History & Military Jane Taylor Middle Eastern History Non-Fiction

About the Author

After a degree in Medieval History and Moral Philosophy from St Andrews University in Scotland, Jane Taylor has been a teacher, publisher, television producer, photographer and writer. First coming to Jordan in 1978, she started visiting regularly from 1984 onwards. The chance to do some aerial photography led to her first Jordan book, High above Jordan, published in 1989, since when she has made Amman her home. Her other books are Testament to the Bushmen (with Laurens van der Post, 1984); Imperial Istanbul, an historical travel guide (1989, revised editions 1998, 2007); Petra, an illustrated history of the Nabataean capital (1993; revised editions 1996, 2005, 2008); Petra and the Lost Kingdom of the Nabataeans, an illustrated history of the Nabataeans (2001, revised editions 2007, 2012); Jordan, Images from the Air (2005); and Beyond the Jordan: Baptism, Prophecy and Pilgrimage East of the River Jordan (with Isabelle Ruben, 2011). She also co-produced Yemen: Land and People, with her photographs and text by Sarah Searight (2002, revised edition 2007).