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The Queer Thing About Sin

SHORTLISTED FOR FOYLES BOOK OF THE YEAR 2025

par Harry Tanner ...

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8 heure 31 min

Bloomsbury presents The Queer Thing About Sin, written and read by Harry Tanner'BOLD AND BEAUTIFULLY WRITTEN' TOM HOLLAND'MY GOD, THIS BOOK IS NEEDED. HISTORY HAS NEVER SEEMED MORE ALIVE...' RUSSELL T DAVIESA gripping new journey through ancient history, uncovering the origins of homophobia and the untold stories of those who dared to love.In the early days of ancient Greece, queer ... ... En savoir plus

$20.00 CAD

Bloomsbury presents The Queer Thing About Sin, written and read by Harry Tanner'BOLD AND BEAUTIFULLY WRITTEN' TOM HOLLAND'MY GOD, THIS BOOK IS NEEDED. HISTORY HAS NEVER SEEMED MORE ALIVE...' RUSSELL T DAVIESA gripping new journey through ancient history, uncovering the origins of homophobia and the untold stories of those who dared to love.In the early days of ancient Greece, queer ...
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Talking Classics

The Shock of the Old

par Mary Beard ...

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5 heure 38 min

The incomparable Mary Beard is back, and she’s talking all things classics.Why the ongoing fascination with the ancient world? This witty, approachable book asks why—for better or (sometimes) worse—antiquity continues to exert such a powerful hold on the contemporary imagination. Recalling a formative childhood encounter with a four-thousand-year-old piece of bread in a museum, Beard introduces ... En savoir plus

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The incomparable Mary Beard is back, and she’s talking all things classics.Why the ongoing fascination with the ancient world? This witty, approachable book asks why—for better or (sometimes) worse—antiquity continues to exert such a powerful hold on the contemporary imagination. Recalling a formative childhood encounter with a four-thousand-year-old piece of bread in a museum, Beard introduces
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Mythos

par Stephen Fry ...

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15 heure 26 min

Mythos is a modern collection of Greek myths, stylishly retold by legendary writer, actor, and comedian Stephen Fry. Fry transforms the adventures of Zeus and the Olympians into emotionally resonant and deeply funny stories, without losing any of their original wonder.This stunning book features classical artwork inspired by the myths, as well as learned notes from the author.• Each adventure is ... En savoir plus

$35.99 CAD

Mythos is a modern collection of Greek myths, stylishly retold by legendary writer, actor, and comedian Stephen Fry. Fry transforms the adventures of Zeus and the Olympians into emotionally resonant and deeply funny stories, without losing any of their original wonder.This stunning book features classical artwork inspired by the myths, as well as learned notes from the author.• Each adventure is
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Alexandria

The City that Changed the World: 'Monumental' – Daily Telegraph

par Islam Issa ...

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20 heure 15 min

An original, authoritative and lively cultural history of the first modern city, from pre-Homeric times to the present day.My dad had always told me about our city's magnificence, and as I looked at the new library in Alexandria it finally hit home. This is no ordinary library, I reflected. And this is no ordinary city.Combining rigorous research with myth and folklore, Alexandria is an au... ... En savoir plus

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An original, authoritative and lively cultural history of the first modern city, from pre-Homeric times to the present day.My dad had always told me about our city's magnificence, and as I looked at the new library in Alexandria it finally hit home. This is no ordinary library, I reflected. And this is no ordinary city.Combining rigorous research with myth and folklore, Alexandria is an au...
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Athens and Sparta

The Rivalry That Shaped Ancient Greece

par Adrian Goldsworthy ...

Lu par Mark Elstob ...

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20 heure 15 min

From an award-winning historian, the definitive history of classical Greece and the rivalry between its two greatest cities.No period has more profoundly influenced the Western world than classical Greece, and at its center stood two cities: Athens and Sparta. Side by side, they beat the Persians, the only superpower of that age. Yet later, they spread conflict and destruction throughout the ... En savoir plus

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From an award-winning historian, the definitive history of classical Greece and the rivalry between its two greatest cities.No period has more profoundly influenced the Western world than classical Greece, and at its center stood two cities: Athens and Sparta. Side by side, they beat the Persians, the only superpower of that age. Yet later, they spread conflict and destruction throughout the
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The New Testament in Its World: Part 1

An Introduction to the History, Literature, and Theology of the First Christians

par N. T. Wright, Michael F. Bird ...

Lu par Richard Littledale ...

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25 heure 27 min

Your ticket from the twenty-first century to the era of Jesus and the first Christians. A listenable, two-volume introduction placing the entire New Testament and early Christianity in its original context, written by distinguished scholar and author N. T. Wright.An ideal guide for students, The New Testament in Its World addresses the many difficult questions faced by those studying early ... En savoir plus

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Your ticket from the twenty-first century to the era of Jesus and the first Christians. A listenable, two-volume introduction placing the entire New Testament and early Christianity in its original context, written by distinguished scholar and author N. T. Wright.An ideal guide for students, The New Testament in Its World addresses the many difficult questions faced by those studying early
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Pandora's Jar

Women in the Greek Myths

par Natalie Haynes ...

Lu par Natalie Haynes ...

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9 heure 24 min

“Funny, sharp explications of what these sometimes not-very-nice women were up to, and how they sometimes made idiots of . . . but read on!”—Margaret Atwood, author of The Handmaid's TaleThe national bestselling author of A Thousand Ships returns with a fascinating, eye-opening take on the remarkable women at the heart of classical stories Greek mythology from Helen of Troy to Pandora and the ... En savoir plus

$36.99 CAD

“Funny, sharp explications of what these sometimes not-very-nice women were up to, and how they sometimes made idiots of . . . but read on!”—Margaret Atwood, author of The Handmaid's TaleThe national bestselling author of A Thousand Ships returns with a fascinating, eye-opening take on the remarkable women at the heart of classical stories Greek mythology from Helen of Troy to Pandora and the
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Troy

The Greek Myths Reimagined

par Stephen Fry ...

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11 heure 1 min

In this brilliant conclusion to his bestselling Mythos trilogy, legendary author and actor Stephen Fry retells the tale of the Trojan War.Full of tragic heroes, intoxicating love stories, and the unstoppable force of fate, there is no conflict more iconic than the Trojan War. Troy is the story of the epic battle retold by Fry with drama, humor, and vivid emotion. Achilles, Hector, Odysseus, Helen, ... En savoir plus

$35.99 CAD

In this brilliant conclusion to his bestselling Mythos trilogy, legendary author and actor Stephen Fry retells the tale of the Trojan War.Full of tragic heroes, intoxicating love stories, and the unstoppable force of fate, there is no conflict more iconic than the Trojan War. Troy is the story of the epic battle retold by Fry with drama, humor, and vivid emotion. Achilles, Hector, Odysseus, Helen,
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Odyssey

The Greek Myths Reimagined

par Stephen Fry ...

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Collections series Stephen Fry's Greek Myths
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10 heure 37 min

The legendary Stephen Fry retells the adventures of Odysseus for the fourth and final installment in his internationally bestselling Greek Myths series.Odysseus’s journey from the battlefields of Troy to his home in Ithaca is one of the greatest stories ever told. From the lotus-eaters to the sirens, from Circe to the Cyclops, this is a tale of thrilling adventures, cunning escapes, and enduring ... En savoir plus

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The legendary Stephen Fry retells the adventures of Odysseus for the fourth and final installment in his internationally bestselling Greek Myths series.Odysseus’s journey from the battlefields of Troy to his home in Ithaca is one of the greatest stories ever told. From the lotus-eaters to the sirens, from Circe to the Cyclops, this is a tale of thrilling adventures, cunning escapes, and enduring
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Heroes

The Greek Myths Reimagined

par Stephen Fry ...

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15 heure 1 min

In this sequel to the bestselling Mythos, legendary author and actor Stephen Fry moves from the exploits of the Olympian gods to the deeds of mortal heroes.Perseus. Jason. Atalanta. Theseus. Heracles. Rediscover the thrills, grandeur, and unabashed fun of the Greek myths. Whether recounting a tender love affair or a heroic triumph, Fry deftly finds resonance with our own modern minds and hearts.• ... En savoir plus

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In this sequel to the bestselling Mythos, legendary author and actor Stephen Fry moves from the exploits of the Olympian gods to the deeds of mortal heroes.Perseus. Jason. Atalanta. Theseus. Heracles. Rediscover the thrills, grandeur, and unabashed fun of the Greek myths. Whether recounting a tender love affair or a heroic triumph, Fry deftly finds resonance with our own modern minds and hearts.•
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Mythology

par Edith Hamilton ...

Lu par Suzanne Toren ...

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14 heure 34 min

Dive into the timeless tales of gods and heroes in this bestselling A-to-Z encyclopedia detailing classic myths and legends—perfect for curious readers and academics alike.Edith Hamilton's mythology succeeds like no other book in bringing to life for the modern reader the Greek, Roman and Norse myths that are the keystone of Western culture-the stories of gods and heroes that have inspired human ... En savoir plus

$41.99 CAD

Dive into the timeless tales of gods and heroes in this bestselling A-to-Z encyclopedia detailing classic myths and legends—perfect for curious readers and academics alike.Edith Hamilton's mythology succeeds like no other book in bringing to life for the modern reader the Greek, Roman and Norse myths that are the keystone of Western culture-the stories of gods and heroes that have inspired human
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The Story of Greece and Rome

par Tony Spawforth ...

Lu par Steven Crossley ...

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16 heure 7 min

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 ... En savoir plus

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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
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The Story of Civilization Volume 1: The Ancient World

par Phillip Campbell ...

Lu par Kevin Gallagher ...

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8 heure 40 min

Talented voice actor and audiobook producer Kevin Gallagher returns to bring children the history of the world in this riveting reading of The Story of Civilization: The Ancient World. This follows his immensely popular reading of TAN Book’s The Story of the Bible. Your children will be transported back in time through the sound effects, music and voice acting that complements the reading of the ... En savoir plus

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Talented voice actor and audiobook producer Kevin Gallagher returns to bring children the history of the world in this riveting reading of The Story of Civilization: The Ancient World. This follows his immensely popular reading of TAN Book’s The Story of the Bible. Your children will be transported back in time through the sound effects, music and voice acting that complements the reading of the
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The Ancient Art of Thinking For Yourself

The Power of Rhetoric in Polarized Times

par Robin Reames ...

Lu par Kim Niemi ...

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9 heure 40 min

The discipline of rhetoric was the keystone of Western education for over two thousand years. Only recently has its perceived importance faded.In this book, renowned rhetorical scholar Robin Reames argues that, in today's polarized political climate, we should all care deeply about learning rhetoric. Drawing on examples ranging from the destructive ancient Greek demagogue Alcibiades to modern-day ... En savoir plus

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The discipline of rhetoric was the keystone of Western education for over two thousand years. Only recently has its perceived importance faded.In this book, renowned rhetorical scholar Robin Reames argues that, in today's polarized political climate, we should all care deeply about learning rhetoric. Drawing on examples ranging from the destructive ancient Greek demagogue Alcibiades to modern-day
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Brief History of the State of Zeus at Olympia, A

par KJ Smith ...

Lu par Digital Voice Madison G ...

Collections Livre audio : box set - A Brief History of - Wonders of the World
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17 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.A Brief History of the Statue of Zeus at OlympiaA Brief History of the Statue of Zeus at Olympia brings to life the awe-inspiring tale of one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World—a masterpiece of artistry and devotion that once stood at the heart of Greek civilization. This book unravels the mysteries surrounding the colossal gold-and-ivory statue ... En savoir plus

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This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.A Brief History of the Statue of Zeus at OlympiaA Brief History of the Statue of Zeus at Olympia brings to life the awe-inspiring tale of one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World—a masterpiece of artistry and devotion that once stood at the heart of Greek civilization. This book unravels the mysteries surrounding the colossal gold-and-ivory statue
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The Classical World

An Epic History from Homer to Hadrian

par Robin Lane Fox ...

Lu par Derek Perkins ...

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23 heure 48 min

The classical civilizations of Greece and Rome once dominated the world, and they continue to fascinate and inspire us. Classical art and architecture, drama and epic, philosophy and politics—these are the foundations of Western civilization. In The Classical World, eminent classicist Robin Lane Fox brilliantly chronicles this vast sweep of history from Homer to the reign of Augustus. From the ... En savoir plus

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The classical civilizations of Greece and Rome once dominated the world, and they continue to fascinate and inspire us. Classical art and architecture, drama and epic, philosophy and politics—these are the foundations of Western civilization. In The Classical World, eminent classicist Robin Lane Fox brilliantly chronicles this vast sweep of history from Homer to the reign of Augustus. From the
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Heliopolis: The History and Legacy of Ancient Egypt's Cult Center for the Sun God Atum

par Charles River Editors ...

Lu par Jim Johnston ...

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1 heures 48 min

The city of Heliopolis was one of ancient Egypt’s most important religious centers, the focus of the civilization’s solar cult, and a destination for pilgrims for nearly 3,000 years. It was at Heliopolis where Egyptian priests developed one of Egypt’s three major creation myths, which, like any aspect of a culture that survived for as long as Egypt’s did, evolved throughout the centuries. ... En savoir plus

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The city of Heliopolis was one of ancient Egypt’s most important religious centers, the focus of the civilization’s solar cult, and a destination for pilgrims for nearly 3,000 years. It was at Heliopolis where Egyptian priests developed one of Egypt’s three major creation myths, which, like any aspect of a culture that survived for as long as Egypt’s did, evolved throughout the centuries.
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Gods Before Olympus: The True Origins of Greek Mythology

par AJ Carmichael ...

Lu par Digital Voice Anya G ...

Collections Livre audio : 16 - Ancient Greece: Rise of Cities, Rise of Gods
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16 heure 56 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Before the reign of Zeus, before the rise of Olympus, there was a deeper, darker world of primordial forces and forgotten gods—where Chaos gave birth to existence, Earth rose from the void, and the first powers of the universe struggled for dominance. In this sweeping exploration inspired by Hesiod and the ancient traditions he preserved, Gods Before ... En savoir plus

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This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Before the reign of Zeus, before the rise of Olympus, there was a deeper, darker world of primordial forces and forgotten gods—where Chaos gave birth to existence, Earth rose from the void, and the first powers of the universe struggled for dominance. In this sweeping exploration inspired by Hesiod and the ancient traditions he preserved, Gods Before
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Concise History of the Macedonian Empire, A: The Rise and Fall of Alexander the Great

par Adrian Rousseau ...

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1 heures 54 min

Master ancient history and military strategy through the dramatic rise and explosive fall of a world-spanning empire. Perfect for your daily commute, this fast-paced biographical epic plunges you into the tense political maneuvering of classical antiquity. Experience the cinematic sweep of a marginal kingdom transforming into an unstoppable military force.Transform your focused learning time with ... En savoir plus

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Master ancient history and military strategy through the dramatic rise and explosive fall of a world-spanning empire. Perfect for your daily commute, this fast-paced biographical epic plunges you into the tense political maneuvering of classical antiquity. Experience the cinematic sweep of a marginal kingdom transforming into an unstoppable military force.Transform your focused learning time with
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Seven Against Thebes

The Quest of the Original Magnificent Seven

par Stephen Dando-Collins ...

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10 heure 29 min

In the thirteenth century BC, a quarter of a century before the Trojan War, seven Greek warrior heroes went against the Greek city of Thebes to restore one of their number to the throne of his father, the famous King Oedipus. Several children of those seven heroes would later take part in the siege of Troy. This adventure was equal in the minds of Greeks and Romans with the siege of Troy as told ... En savoir plus

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In the thirteenth century BC, a quarter of a century before the Trojan War, seven Greek warrior heroes went against the Greek city of Thebes to restore one of their number to the throne of his father, the famous King Oedipus. Several children of those seven heroes would later take part in the siege of Troy. This adventure was equal in the minds of Greeks and Romans with the siege of Troy as told
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Rise and Fall of Macedon, The: The History of the Ancient Macedonian Empire’s Expansion and Collapse

par Charles River Editors ...

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6 heure 28 min

Over the last 2,000 years, ambitious men have dreamed of forging vast empires and attaining eternal glory in battle, but of all the conquerors who took steps toward such dreams, none were ever as successful as antiquity’s first great conqueror. Leaders of the 20th century hoped to rival Napoleon’s accomplishments, while Napoleon aimed to emulate the accomplishments of Julius Caesar. But Caesar ... En savoir plus

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Over the last 2,000 years, ambitious men have dreamed of forging vast empires and attaining eternal glory in battle, but of all the conquerors who took steps toward such dreams, none were ever as successful as antiquity’s first great conqueror. Leaders of the 20th century hoped to rival Napoleon’s accomplishments, while Napoleon aimed to emulate the accomplishments of Julius Caesar. But Caesar
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ミノア人の歴史――ミノタウロス神話の背後にある失われた世界

par 辻源太 ...

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2 heure 10 min

古代史のベールに包まれた青銅器時代のミノア文明と、迷宮の怪物ミノタウロス神話の境界線が交差するとき、地中海に沈んだ失われた世界の記憶が鮮やかに蘇ります。通勤の喧騒を離れて知的好奇心を刺激する探求へと没入したい時に、心を満たす音響体験です。伝説の裏側に隠された、壮大な海洋ネットワークと人々の息遣いを耳からダイレクトに感じ取ってください。考古学が掘り起こす確かな事実と、古代ギリシャ人が語り継いだロマンあふれる伝承が、互いを照らし合う二つの窓となってあなたの想像力をかき立てます。自然災害や未知の変動によって終焉を迎えた宮殿社会のドラマは、極上のミステリーのように心を捉えて離しません。未解読の文字や遺物が提示する無限の可能性に身を委ね、リラックスした夜のひとときに遥かなる過去との豊かな対話を味わってください。本書で見つかること:ミノタウロス伝説と青銅器時代のクレタ島が結びつく ... En savoir plus

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古代史のベールに包まれた青銅器時代のミノア文明と、迷宮の怪物ミノタウロス神話の境界線が交差するとき、地中海に沈んだ失われた世界の記憶が鮮やかに蘇ります。通勤の喧騒を離れて知的好奇心を刺激する探求へと没入したい時に、心を満たす音響体験です。伝説の裏側に隠された、壮大な海洋ネットワークと人々の息遣いを耳からダイレクトに感じ取ってください。考古学が掘り起こす確かな事実と、古代ギリシャ人が語り継いだロマンあふれる伝承が、互いを照らし合う二つの窓となってあなたの想像力をかき立てます。自然災害や未知の変動によって終焉を迎えた宮殿社会のドラマは、極上のミステリーのように心を捉えて離しません。未解読の文字や遺物が提示する無限の可能性に身を委ね、リラックスした夜のひとときに遥かなる過去との豊かな対話を味わってください。本書で見つかること:ミノタウロス伝説と青銅器時代のクレタ島が結びつく
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Early Democracy: The History and Legacy of the World’s Democratic Systems from Antiquity to the French Revolution

par Charles River Editors ...

Lu par Jim Johnston ...

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2 heure 37 min

In today’s modern world every political regime, even the most authoritarian or repressive, describes itself as democracy or a Democratic People’s Republic. The concept of rule by the people, on behalf of the people, has come to be accepted as the norm, and very few would overtly espouse the cause of dictatorship, absolute monarchy or oligarchy as the most desirable political system upon which to ... En savoir plus

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In today’s modern world every political regime, even the most authoritarian or repressive, describes itself as democracy or a Democratic People’s Republic. The concept of rule by the people, on behalf of the people, has come to be accepted as the norm, and very few would overtly espouse the cause of dictatorship, absolute monarchy or oligarchy as the most desirable political system upon which to
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Persepolis and Susa: The History of the Achaemenid Persian Empire’s Capitals

par Charles River Editors ...

Lu par Michelle Humphries ...

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2 heure 17 min

Lying in the middle of a plain in modern day Iran is a forgotten ancient city: Persepolis. Built two and a half thousand years ago, it was known in its day as the richest city under the sun. Persepolis was the capital of Achaemenid Persian Empire, the largest empire the world had ever seen, but after its destruction, it was largely forgotten for nearly 2,000 years, and the lives and achievements ... En savoir plus

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Lying in the middle of a plain in modern day Iran is a forgotten ancient city: Persepolis. Built two and a half thousand years ago, it was known in its day as the richest city under the sun. Persepolis was the capital of Achaemenid Persian Empire, the largest empire the world had ever seen, but after its destruction, it was largely forgotten for nearly 2,000 years, and the lives and achievements
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