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Osprey Pub Co, 2008. New book, 96 pages, BTO34. The Roman Legions were the most highly organized troops of the ancient world, but the process of turning the Legions from what was essentially a part-time citizen militia into the professional force that first made Rome the dominant power in the Mediterranean and then built an empire that stretched across the known world, was no small feat. Focusing on the organizational changes in the Roman Army during the Civil Wars, Nic Fields examines the role played by Caius Marius and his far-reaching reforms, which included having professional volunteers from the lowest social class enter the army in search of the possibility of plunder. He goes on to examine the consequences of encouraging these soldiers to follow their commanders without question, which broke the allegiance of the army to the Roman state, a trend that gave rise to militarily ambitious men such as Sulla, Pompeius, Caesar, Antonius, and Octavian. With the nuts and bolts detail that readers demand… Leer más

Shire Books, 2002. New book, 64 pages. Almost every Roman site in Britain seems to have had its baths. They needed to be strongly built and to a large extent were constructed below contemporary ground level. As a result the remains of Roman baths have resisted demolition and damage by the plough. We can easily imagine how, and in what environment, the Romans and their slaves bathed. Bathing establishments are easily recognised, as are th materials used in their construction. The purpose of this book is to explain how Roman baths came to be built, how they were constructed, how they were used, and how they worked. . Soft Cover. As New. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Shire Books, 2009. New book, 64 pages. Accessible to archaeological experts and students alike, PJ Casey’s Roman Coinage in Britain is a fascinating investigation of the Roman Empire’s economic presence in Britain. Drawing from a wealth of archaeological sources, this book places Roman coinage in its rightful economic and political context to better understand the chronology and lives of those who used it. Boasting over a hundred images of exquisitely preserved coins, many of them life-sized, Casey’s study is a must for coin collectors, amateur archaeologists and anyone with an interest in ancient Roman Britain. . Soft Cover. As New. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Shire Books, 2008. New book, 72 pages. The vast networks of roads throughout the Roman Empire were vital to the expansion of Roman culture, power and influence across the world and one of their principal uses was the transportation of the Legions to strategic bases in the most direct way possible. This book details the planning, construction and maintenance of these road networks, and discusses the different types of Roman road found in areas of Britain, and their many uses. With photographs of surviving roads in Britain and a list of where they are still in use, Roman Roads is a perfect introduction to a Roman legacy that exists to this day.. Soft Cover. As New. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

London: Weidenfeld & Nicolson, 2006. New book, 351 pages. Portrayed as everything from the repentant harlot to victim of a male dominated church, from feminist icon to co-creator of the Christian revolution, her life has been shrouded in controversy. This book pulls together a team of experts from many fields to explode the myths and tease the truth from the firction. Who was Mary? Was she at the Last Supper? Was she the 'Beloved Disciple'? Did Jesus want he to lead his movement after hsi death? Was there a coscious attempt by the church to debase her reputation? These issues and more are examined in this book, which is a must for anyone intrigued by her life and legacy.. Soft Cover. As New. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Harper Collins, 2006. New book, 192 pages. The discovery of the previously lost Gospel of Judas Iscariot has electrified the Christian community. What Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John tell us about Judas, the disciple who betrayed Jesus, is inconsistent and biased. Therefore, the revelation of an ancient gospel that portrays this despised man as someone who saw his role in the Passion of Christ as integral to a large plan - a divine plan - brings new clarity to the old story. If Judas had not betrayed Jesus, Jesus would not have handed over to the authorities, crucified, buried, and raised from the dead. Could it be that without Judas, the Easter miracle would never have happened? In this book, James M. Robinson, an expert historian of early Christianity, examines the Bible and other ancient texts and reveals what we can and cannot know about the life of the historical Judas, his role in Jesus's crucifixion, and whether the Christian church should reevaluate his intentions and possible innocence.… Leer más

Toronto, ON, Canada: Penguin Books Canada, Limited, 2000. New book, 273 pages. The Twelve Caesars of Suetonius (born AD 69), covering the Roman rulers from Julius Caesar to Domitian, remains one of the most fascinating of all Latin histories. As a one time personal secretary to the Emperor Hadrian, Suetonius had access to the Imperial and Senatorial archives; he also gathered much of his information from eye witnesses,, checking his facts carefully and quoting conflicting evidence without bias. But his history is also the raciest and most vivid account we have of the scandalous and amusing incidents in the domestic lives of the first Caesars. . Soft Cover. Very Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Burton-On-Trent, Staffordshire, United Kingdom: Wrens Park Publishing, 1998. New book, some shelf wear to jacket. 201 pages, many colour and B&W plates. This is a detailed and fascinating study of the often overlooked contributions made by women of all clases to the political and social history of pharaonic Egypt, 3100BC to 30BC. Using evidence gleaned from written records, monuments, sculpture, tomb-paintings, and materials found in tombs, including objects and human remainsm the author has been able to build up a vivid picture of the lives of ancient Egyptian women.. Hard Cover. As New/Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.