Sasanian Persia: Between Rome and the Steppes of Eurasia (W. Sauer Eberhard)(Paperback)

Sasanian Persia: The Rise and Fall of an Empire (Daryaee Touraj)(Paperback)

I.B.Tauris in association with the Iran Heritage Foundation Of profound importance in late antiquity, the Sasanian Empire is almost completely unknown today, except as a counterpoint to the Roman Empire.What are the reasons for this ignorance and why does the Sasanian Empire matter? In this

Azerbaijan's Geopolitical Landscape: Contemporary Issues, 1991-2018 (Shafiyev Farid)(Paperback)

Being located between the Black and Caspian seas, Azerbaijan has always been the juncture of Eurasia—with a traditional reputation as a crossroads between the north-south and east-west transport corridors—and the traditional ground for competition between numerous regional and global players,

The Satires of Horace and Persius (Horace)(Paperback)

Inspiring poets from Ben Jonson and Alexander Pope to W. H. Auden and Robert Frost, the writings of Horace and Persius have had a powerful influence on later Western literature. The Satires of Persius are highly idiosyncratic, containing a courageous attack on the poetry and morals of his wealthy

The Fall of Carthage: The Punic Wars 265-146 BC (Goldsworthy Adrian)(Paperback)

The greatest conflict of antiquity, the struggle for supremacy between Rome and Carthage. The struggle between Rome and Carthage in the Punic Wars was arguably the greatest and most desperate conflict of antiquity. The forces involved and the casualties suffered by both sides were far greater than

Dawn of Eurasia - On the Trail of the New World Order (Macaes Bruno)(Paperback / softback)

Russia and Eurasia 2018-2019, 49th Edition (Hierman Brent)(Paperback)

Published and updated annually, Russia and Eurasia deals with the twelve independent republics that became members of the Commonwealth of Independent States following the collapse of the Soviet Union in December 1992. The text focuses strongly on recent economic and political developments with

On the Animal Trail (Morizot Baptiste)(Paperback)

From the forests of Yellowstone to the steppes of the Haut-Var, the French philosopher and environmentalist Baptiste Morizot invites us to develop a different relationship to nature: to become detectives of nature and to follow the footprints of the many wonderful and extraordinary animals with

Rome (Claridge Amanda)(Paperback)

Capital and showcase of the Roman Empire and the center of Christian Europe, the city of Rome is the largest archaeological site in the world. In the new Second Edition of her popular handbook, Amanda Claridge again presents an indispensable guide to all significant monuments in Rome datingfrom 800

The Story of Greece and Rome (Spawforth Tony)(Paperback)

The extraordinary story of the intermingled civilizations of ancient Greece and Rome, spanning more than six millennia, from the late Bronze Age to the seventh century The magnificent civilization created by the ancient Greeks and Romans is the greatest legacy of the classical world. However,

Persia (Blow David)(Paperback)

The land of the Iranians, known to European travelers for centuries as Persia, is a land riven by mountain-ranges, made inhospitable by deserts, yet rich in plains, forests, and jewel-like gardens. Home to the most sublime architecture in the world, and a breeding ground for poets, Empires, mystics

The Legendary Cuisine of Persia (Shaida Margaret)(Pevná vazba)

The Legendary Cuisine of Persia is an original and fascinating cookery book which will provide stimulation to all the senses. The book won the Glenfiddich award and was first published by Grub Street in 2000, since when it has never been out of print, and is justly regarded as a classic. It is now

Warriors of the Raven (Gibbons Alan)(Paperback)

The Legendeer opens the gateway between our world and the world of the myths, between triumph and tragedy. The Gamesmaster almost has us at his mercy. Twice before fourteen-year-old Phoenix has battled against him in Shadow of the Minotaur and Vampyr Legion, but Warriors of the Raven is the game at

The Steppe and Other Stories (Chekhov Anton)(Paperback)

The fifth volume of Chekhov short stories completes the publication in the World Classics series of his entire work as a mature fiction-writer. Here are 22 stories, including 'The Steppe,' Chekhov's first short story to be published in a serious Russian literary journal. All the texts are taken

The World of Rome: An Introduction to Roman Culture (Jones Peter V.)(Paperback)

The World of Rome is an introduction to the history and culture of Rome for anyone seriously interested in the ancient world. It covers all aspects of the city--its rise to power, what made it great and why it still engages and challenges us today. Frequent quotations from ancient writers and

Animals for Show and Pleasure in Ancient Rome (Jennison George)(Paperback)

Deadly combat between gladiators is perhaps the best-known example of public entertainment offered in the Roman world. Wild and domesticated animals were also a part of these extravagant shows, and the elaborate presentation--or sometimes butchery--of creatures to gild an official's magnificence

Parallels and Paradoxes - Explorations in Music and Society (Said Edward W.)(Paperback / softback)

An account of conversations between the two great

The Child, the Family and the Outside World (Winnicott D. W.)(Paperback)

Dr. Winnicott explores the basic relationships of childhood starting with the bond of love between mother and infant, which he views as the key to personality. Speaking directly and informally, he explains everyday issues such as feeding, crying, playing, independence, and shyness as well as

Daughter Of Persia (Farman-Farmaian Sattareh)(Paperback / softback)

Sattareh Farman Farmaian, the daughter of a once-powerful and wealthy Iranian prince, was raised and educated in the 1920s and 1930s in a Persian harem compound, along with numerous mothers and more than 30 brothers and sisters. As a young woman, she broke with Muslim tradition and travelled to

The Makers of Rome: Nine Lives (Plutarch)(Paperback)

Nine biographies that illuminate the careers, personalities and military campaigns of some of Rome's greatest statesmen The lives of the statesmen featured in this collection span the earliest days of the Republic to the establishment of the Empire. Selected from Plutarch's Roman Lives, they

Rome and the Mediterranean 290 to 146 BC: The Imperial Republic (Rosenstein Nathan)(Paperback)

Rome's stunning rise to mastery of the ancient MediterraneanNathan Rosenstein charts Rome's incredible journey and command of the Mediterranean over the course of the third and second centuries BC. He describes the Republic's great wars - against Pyrrhus, Carthage and Hannibal, and the kings of

Ancient Rome (Bell Samantha S.)(Paperback)

Explores the history and culture of Ancient Rome. Eye-catching photos, fascinating sidebars, and a 'Contributions' special feature guide readers through the rise and fall of this great civilization, focusing on the people and accomplishments that made it

The Marches: A Borderland Journey Between England and Scotland (Stewart Rory)(Paperback)

From a member of Parliament and best-selling author of The Places in Between, an exploration of the Marches--the borderland between England and Scotland--and the political turmoil and vivid lives that created it.In The Places in Between, Rory Stewart walked some of the most dangerous borderlands in

Traitors of Rome (Eagles of the Empire 18) (Scarrow Simon)(Paperback)

TRAITORS OF ROME: THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERAn enthralling Cato and Macro adventure from bestselling author Simon Scarrow. Not to be missed by readers of Conn Iggulden and Bernard Cornwell. AD 56. Battle-hardened veterans of the Roman army Tribune Cato and Centurion Macro are garrisoned at the

Classical World - An Epic History of Greece and Rome (Lane Fox Robin)(Paperback / softback)

The classical civilizations of Greece and Rome dominated the world for centuries and continue to intrigue and enlighten us with their inventions, whether philosophy, politics, theatre, athletics, celebrity, science or the pleasures of horse racing. This book offers an introduction to Ancient