Death and Burial in the Roman World (Toynbee J. M. C.)(Paperback)

Death and Burial in the Roman World (Toynbee J. M. C.)(Paperback)

Never before available in paperback, J. M. C. Toynbee's study is the most comprehensive book on Roman burial practices. Ranging throughout the Roman world from Rome to Pompeii, Britain to Jerusalem--Toynbee's book examines funeral practices from a wide variety of perspectives. First, Toynbee

Death in Ancient Rome: A Sourcebook (Hope Valerie)(Paperback)

Presenting a wide range of relevant, translated texts on death, burial and commemoration in the Roman world, this book is organized thematically and supported by discussion of recent scholarship. The breadth of material included ensures that this sourcebook will shed light on the way death was

The Gladius: The Roman Short Sword (Bishop M. C.)(Paperback)

One of the most feared weapons in the ancient world, the gladius was lethal both on the battlefield and in the arena. Literary sources tell of the terror it inspired, while archaeological evidence of wounds inflicted is testament to its deadly effect. By pulling together strands of literary,

Archaeology of Death and Burial (Parker Pearson Mike)(Paperback / softback)

The archaeology of death and

A History of Death in 17th Century England (Norman Ben)(Paperback)

Delve into the world of the unorthodox burial in seventeenth-century England, including mass interments in times of disease, the burial of suicides, and the unconventional laying to rest of English Catholics.Death was a constant presence in the lives of the rich and poor alike in

Wycliffe and the Winsor Blue (Burley W.J.)(Paperback / softback)

A mysterious death in the Cornish art world - and a murder investigation for Chief Superintendent

Roman Shields (Bishop M. C.)(Paperback)

The Roman shield, the scutum, was central to the Romans' conquest of the known world, and has become an emblem of the legions at the forefront of that effort. This new study draws on the latest research to reveal the history of this iconic equipment. The introduction of the scutum in the 4th

Memory In Death (Robb J. D.)(Paperback / softback)

The new and reissued J. D. Robb classic from the 'In Death' series, in which the unshakeable Eve is thrown by the return of a murky figure from her past, especially when she is murdered soon after their meeting

Treachery In Death (Robb J. D.)(Paperback / softback)

The new and reissued J. D. Robb classic from the 'In Death' series, where Eve Dallas specialises in tracking down those who break the law - including the ones sworn to uphold

The Bhagavad Gita (Johnson W. J.)(Paperback)

The Bhagavad Gita is the most widely read Hindu religious text in the Western world and a key work for understanding Indian religions and the way Hinduism has been represented in modern India and the West. The poem considers social and religious duty, the nature of sacrifice, and the relationship

Survivor In Death (Robb J. D.)(Paperback / softback)

The new and reissued J. D. Robb classic from the 'In Death' series, in which Eve finds a lone survior from a family massacre - only to find herself the new target of an elite set of killers who will stop at nothing

Traditions of Death and Burial (Frisby Helen)(Paperback)

An illustrated introduction to rites and traditions relating to death, funerary rites and commemoration, from Medieval times to the present day.Death has been a source of grief and uncertainty for humanity throughout history, but it has also been the inspiration for a plethora of fascinating

Promises In Death (Robb J. D.)(Paperback / softback)

The new and reissued J. D. Robb classic from the 'In Death' series, which pits Lieutenant Eve Dallas against a brutal killer striking deep within her own

Pax Romana - War, Peace and Conquest in the Roman World (Goldsworthy Adrian)(Paperback / softback)

Quidditch Through the Ages (Rowling J.K.)(Paperback / softback)

Kniha Quidditch Through the Ages:A perennial bestseller in the wizarding world and one of the most popular books in the Hogwarts School library, Quidditch Through the Ages contains all you will ever need to know about the history, the rules - and the breaking of the rules - of the noble sport of

The Oxford History of the Roman World (Boardman John)(Paperback)

In less than fifty-three years, Rome subjected most of the known world to its rule. This authoritative and compelling work tells the story of the rise of Rome from its origins as a cluster of villages to the foundation of the Roman Empire by Augustus, to its consolidation in the first two centuries

Imperceptible Harms and Benefits (Almeida M. J.)(Paperback)

The papers collected here represent the most recent work on a much- neglected problem in practical reasoning. It is the problem of imperceptible harms and benefits. It is perhaps better to characterize the problem as a collection of puzzles or paradoxes, since those who deny the existence (or

Let's Celebrate: Happy Easter (Bentley Joyce)(Paperback)

Easter is celebrated by Christians worldwide to mark the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus, and this book let's children discover how people around the globe celebrate this important festival and what it means to them, with age-appropriate language. The history, preparation and celebration of

Women in World History: 1450 to the Present (Smith Bonnie G.)(Paperback)

Women in World History brings together the most recent scholarship in women's and world history in a single volume covering the period from 1450 to the present, enabling readers to understand women's relationship to world developments over the past five hundred years. Women have served the world as

Complete Roman Army (Goldsworthy Adrian)(Paperback)

The Roman army was one of the most successful fighting forces in history. Its organization and tactics were highly advanced and were unequaled until the modern era. Spectacular monuments to its perseverance and engineering skill are still visible today, most notably Hadrian's Wall and the

Midnight in Death/Interlude in Death (Robb J. D.)(Paperback / softback)

An omnibus edition featuring Eve Dallas as she weaves through the grisly crime world in search of truth and justice, featuring bestsellers Midnight in Death and Interlude in

Death of a Nurse (Beaton M.C.)(Paperback / softback)

Hamish Macbeth - Lochdubh's most quick-witted but unambitious policeman - is back in his 31st

Death of a Ghost (Beaton M.C.)(Paperback / softback)

Hamish Macbeth - Lochdubh's most quick-witted but unambitious policeman - is back in his 32nd

The Good Samaritan (Parsons C. J.)(Paperback)

'Most spellbinding psychological thriller of the year! I swear I forgot to breathe in parts!' 5* review'This is the first book in months which I haven't been able to put down' 5* review'Worth far more than five stars and very very highly recommended' 5* reviewWhen her five-year-old daughter