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Late Antiquity: A Guide To The Postclassical World (Harvard University Press Reference Library)
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The First Book Of Its Kind, This Richly Informative And Comprehensive Guide To The World Of Late Antiquity Offers The Latest Scholarship To The Researcher Along With Great Reading Pleasure To The Browser. In Eleven Comprehensive Essays And In Over 500 Encyclopedic Entries, An International Cast Of Experts Provides Essential Information And Fresh Perspectives On The History And Culture Of An Era Marked By The Rise Of Two World Religions, Unprecedented Political Upheavals That Remade The Map Of The Known World, And The Creation Of Art Of Enduring Glory.By Extending The Commonly Accepted Chronological And Territorial Boundaries Of The Periodto Encompass Roman, Byzantine, Sassanian, And Early Islamic Cultures, From The Middle Of The Third Century To The End Of The Eighththis Guide Makes New Connections And Permits Revealing Comparisons. Consult The Article On Angels And Discover Their Meaning In Islamic As Well As Classical And Judeochristian Traditions. Refer To Children, Concubinage, And Divorce For A Fascinating Interweaving Of Information On The Family. Read The Essay On Barbarians And Ethnicity And See How A Topic As Current As The Construction Of Identity Played Out In Earlier Times, From The Greeks And Romans To The Turks, Huns, And Saxons. Turn To Empire Building To Learn How The Empire Of Constantine Was Supported By Architecture And Ceremony.Or Follow Your Own Path Through The Broad Range Of Entries On Politics, Manufacturing And Commerce, The Arts, Philosophy, Religion, Geography, Ethnicity, And Domestic Life. Each Entry Introduces Readers To Another Facet Of The Postclassical World: Historic Figures And Places, Institutions, Burial Customs, Food, Money, Public Life, And Amusements. A Splendid Selection Of Illustrations Enhances The Portrait.The Intriguing Era Of Late Antiquity Emerges Completely And Clearly, Viewed In A New Light, In A Guide That Will Be Relished By Scholars And General Readers Alike.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Late Antiquity: A Guide to the Postclassical World'? A: The book provides a comprehensive guide to the world of late antiquity, covering the history and culture from Roman, Byzantine, Sassanian, and early Islamic perspectives between the third and eighth centuries.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Late Antiquity: A Guide to the Postclassical World' is G. W. Bowersock, an established scholar known for his expertise in ancient history.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 802 pages, making it a detailed resource for those interested in late antiquity.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of the book is bound in hardcover, ensuring durability and a professional presentation.
- Q: When was 'Late Antiquity: A Guide to the Postclassical World' published? A: The book was published on November 18, 1999.
- Q: What features can readers expect from the book? A: Readers can expect a well-researched guide with eleven comprehensive essays and over 500 encyclopedic entries, providing essential information and fresh perspectives.
- Q: Is this book suitable for both scholars and general readers? A: Yes, the book is designed to be informative for both scholars conducting research and general readers interested in the subject.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations? A: Yes, the book features a splendid selection of illustrations that enhance the understanding of the postclassical world.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: Topics include politics, manufacturing, commerce, arts, philosophy, religion, geography, ethnicity, and domestic life during late antiquity.
- Q: Is the book in new condition? A: Yes, the item condition is listed as new.