Histories Of The Unexpected The Romans

Author : Sam Willis,James Daybell
Publisher : Atlantic Books
Page : 197 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2019-11-07
Category : History
ISBN : 9781786497741

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Histories of the Unexpected: The Romans by Sam Willis,James Daybell Pdf

Histories of the Unexpected not only presents a new way of thinking about the past, but also reveals the world around us as never before. Traditionally, the Romans have been understood in a straightforward way but the period really comes alive if you take an unexpected approach to its history. Yes, emperors, the development of civilisation and armies all have a fascinating history... but so too do tattoos, collecting, fattening, recycling, walking, poison, fish, inkwells and wicked stepmothers! Each of these subjects is equally fascinating in its own right, and each sheds new light on the traditional subjects and themes that we think we know so well.

Author : Sam Willis,James Daybell
Publisher : Atlantic Books (UK)
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : History
ISBN : 1786494124

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Histories of the Unexpected by Sam Willis,James Daybell Pdf

"In this fascinating and original new book, Sam Willis and James Daybell lead us on a journey of historical discovery that tackles some of the greatest historical themes - from the Tudors to the Second World War, from the Roman Empire to the Victorians - but via entirely unexpected subjects. You will find out here how the history of the beard is connected to the Crimean War; how the history of paperclips is all about the Stasi; how the history of bubbles is all about the French Revolution. And who knew that Heinrich Himmler, Tutankhamun and the history of needlework are linked to napalm and Victorian orphans? Taking the reader on an enthralling and extraordinary journey through thirty different topics that are ingeniously linked together, Histories of the Unexpected not only presents a new way of thinking about the past, but also reveals the everyday world around us as never before."--Publisher's description.

Author : C.R. Fabis
Publisher : Hugo House Publishers, Ltd.
Page : 295 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2020-05-27
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781948261364

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Rome Never Fell by C.R. Fabis Pdf

Time travel is seductive. What would happen if … but will the answer open a Pandora’s box? “Sherrie said, ‘Let me get this straight. We are going to let a girl from Ancient Rome that just saw a car for the first time today, drive us?’ ” —Excerpt from Rome Never Fell In his raucous new novel, C. R. Fabis weaves a fantastic tale of real history interwoven with some wild what ifs. Astrophysicists major and full-time nerd Henry Gafield is busily studying the earth’s electromagnetic field in an attempt to save money on his electric bill. One of his experiments goes south, but he soon discovers that he actually shot himself two minutes back in time. - A science experiment gone wrong. -A gorgeous, fledging historian needs some help. -Will the nerdy scientist finally get his wish? While he is perfecting his discovery, he meets classical studies major and inspiring historian, Sherrie Melbourne. Henry lets the gorgeous Sherrie in on his secret. She quickly figures out that Henry can help her with a major problem. She convinces Henry to go back in time to one of the most amazing periods in human history—the birth of the Roman Empire. Henry has reservations, but he has his own designs on history. Rome Never Fell takes the reader on a fantastical journey through ancient Rome, meeting some of the most infamous characters in all of history. While it seems as though Henry and his beautiful companions have single-handedly averted cataclysmic catastrophes, the reader may be surprised at what the present actually holds.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 1850
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:1415343107

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A History of the Romans Under the Empire by Anonim Pdf

Author : Julia Corner
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 340 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 1877
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OXFORD:600081487

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The history of Rome by Julia Corner Pdf

Author : Peter Salway
Publisher : Oxford Paperbacks
Page : 612 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2001-05-31
Category : History
ISBN : 0192801384

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A History of Roman Britain by Peter Salway Pdf

'One could not ask for a more meticulous or scholarly assessment of what Britain meant to the Romans, or Rome to Britons, than Peter Salway's Monumental Study' Frederick Raphael, Sunday Times From the invasions of Julius Caesar to the unexpected end of Roman rule in the early fifth century AD and the subsequent collapse of society in Britain, this book is the most authoritative and comprehensive account of Roman Britain ever published for the general reader. Peter Salway's narrative takes into account the latest research including exciting discoveries of recent years, and will be welcomed by anyone interested in Roman Britain.

Author : Theodor Mommsen,William Purdie Dickson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 634 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 1871
Category : Rome
ISBN : MINN:31951002352230J

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The History of Rome by Theodor Mommsen,William Purdie Dickson Pdf

Author : Jem Duducu
Publisher : In 100 Facts
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : History
ISBN : 1445649705

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The Romans in 100 Facts by Jem Duducu Pdf

The Roman Empire is one of the most famous civilisations in history, and with good cause. Over a period spanning nearly 1,000 years, the Romans came, saw and conquered land after land. This book looks at Roman history from the foundation to collapse of the empire, covering famous Romans, famous events and some of the more bizarre moments of ancient history. Among the historic figures featured are Julius Caesar, Spartacus and Nero. The great tales of these giants of history are told through facts about battles, uncontrolled decadence and the power-plays between emperors. However, there are also some more unexpected stories. The Romans, for example, couldn't decide on the foundation story of Rome. The tale of Romulus and Remus was used for centuries, but a completely contradictory story appeared in the first century AD claiming the Romans were actually refugees from Troy. Jem Duducu condenses the colossal story of the Romans into 100 accessible facts in this fun introduction to the Roman Empire.

Author : Theodor Mommsen
Publisher : e-artnow
Page : 2023 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2018-06-03
Category : History
ISBN : 9788026894100

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The History of Rome (Complete Edition: Vol. 1-5) by Theodor Mommsen Pdf

The History of Rome is a five volume history of ancient Rome written by Theodor Mommsen, dealing mainly with the Roman Republic. First volume deals with the Roman origins and covers the period anterior to the abolition of the Monarchy. Second volume depicts events from the abolition of the Monarchy in Rome to the union of Italy. Third volume deals with the Punic Wars and the subjugation of Carthage and the Greek states. Volume four covers the Revolution, dealing with the Gracchi, Marius, Drusus, and Sulla. Final volume covers the Civil War and the establishment of the military monarchy during the reign of Julius Caesar.

Author : Theodor Mommsen,William Purdie Dickson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 534 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 1905
Category : Rome
ISBN : PRNC:32101075685972

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The History of Rome by Theodor Mommsen,William Purdie Dickson Pdf

Author : Greg Woolf
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 383 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2012-07-10
Category : History
ISBN : 9780199775293

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Rome by Greg Woolf Pdf

Woolf expertly recounts how the mammoth Roman empire was created, how it was sustained in crisis, and how it shaped the world of its rulers and subjects--a story spanning a millennium and a half of history.

Author : Antony Spawforth
Publisher : Yale University Press
Page : 403 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2018-01-01
Category : History
ISBN : 9780300217117

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The Story of Greece and Rome by Antony Spawforth Pdf

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, narratives about the "civilized" Greek and Roman empires resisting the barbarians at the gate are far from accurate. Tony Spawforth, an esteemed scholar, author, and media contributor, follows the thread of civilization through more than six millennia of history. His story reveals that Greek and Roman civilization, to varying degrees, was supremely and surprisingly receptive to external influences, particularly from the East. From the rise of the Mycenaean world of the sixteenth century B.C., Spawforth traces a path through the ancient Aegean to the zenith of the Hellenic state and the rise of the Roman empire, the coming of Christianity and the consequences of the first caliphate. Deeply informed, provocative, and entirely fresh, this is the first and only accessible work that tells the extraordinary story of the classical world in its entirety.

Author : E. Berkley
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 518 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 1867
Category : Rome
ISBN : EHC:148100202535V

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A New History of Rome from the Earliest Times to the Fall of the Western Empire by E. Berkley Pdf

Author : George B. Grundy
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 547 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2014-06-17
Category : History
ISBN : 9781317704355

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A History of the Greek and Roman World (Routledge Revivals) by George B. Grundy Pdf

A History of the Greek and Roman World, first published in 1926, presents the story of Graeco-Roman antiquity from its earliest recorded origins to the height of the Roman imperium. It aims to bring into prominence the internal dynamism - political, cultural, intellectual, and aesthetic – which animated the ancient peoples at different periods of their history, and to draw attention to the physical, socio-economic and religious conditions under which they lived. Written in a style which will likely be unfamiliar to modern readers, Grundy’s historical portrait is painted with broad brush-strokes, offering not only compelling narrative but also incisive commentary on the individuals and societies which occupy the foreground. A History of the Greek and Roman World will be of interest for the general enthusiast as well as students, who may value such a radically different approach to the interpretation of antiquity compared to the conventions which prevail amongst contemporary scholars.

Author : Thomas Arnold
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 692 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 1840
Category : Electronic
ISBN : IBNF:CF990987970

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History of Rome by Thomas Arnold Pdf