Weight | 0.879 kg |
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Dimensions | 248 × 180 × 30 mm |
ISBN | 9780500052150 |
Cover | Hardback |
Publication Year | 2020 |
Publisher | Thames & Hudson |
£25.00
Forgotten Peoples of the Ancient World
Beyond the Greeks, Romans and Hebrews of the Classical and Biblical eras, a rich diversity of peoples helped lay the foundations of the modern world. Philip Matyszak brings to life these cultures and individuals that made up the busy, brawling multicultural mass of humanity that emerged from the ancient Middle East and spread across the Mediterranean and Europe. He explores the origins of 40 forgotten peoples, their great triumphs and defeats, and considers the legacy they have left to us today, whether it be in fine art or everyday language.
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