Ancient History
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7 books in this category
Alexander and the East
A. B. Bosworth
Discusses Alexander the Great’s conquests in Asia, focusing on his interactions with Eastern cultures and societies.
The Ancient City
Peter Connolly
A historical exploration of life in ancient Greek and Roman cities, focusing on urban planning and daily life.
Dynasty
Tom Holland
Chronicles the rise and fall of the first Roman emperors, from Augustus to Nero, detailing their influence on the empire.
The Landmark Herodotus
Herodotus
A comprehensive edition of *The Histories*, detailing ancient cultures and events, with maps and commentary.
Rubicon
Tom Holland
A history of the Roman Republic’s fall, highlighting key figures and events that led to the empire’s rise.
Collapse of the Bronze Age
Manuel Robbins
An analysis of the factors that led to the fall of the Bronze Age civilizations.
The Ancient City
Numa Denis Fustel de Coulanges
A historical exploration of life in ancient Greek and Roman cities, focusing on urban planning and daily life.