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  • Death and Changing Rituals

    Function and meaning in ancient funerary practices

    Edited by J. Rasmus Brandt, Håkon Roland, Marina Prusac ...
    Series series Studies in Funerary Archaeology
    The forms by which a deceased person may be brought to rest are as many as there are causes of death. In most societies the disposal of the corpse is accompanied by some form of celebration or ritual which may range from a simple act of deportment in solitude to the engagement of large masses of people in laborious and creative festivities. In a funerary context the term ritual may be taken to ... Read more

    $34.59 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Negotiating Memory from the Romans to the Twenty-First Century

    Damnatio Memoriae

    Edited by Øivind Fuglerud, Kjersti Larsen, Marina Prusac-Lindhagen ...
    Series series Routledge Studies in Cultural History
    Manipulation of the past and forced erasure of memories have been global phenomena throughout history, spanning a varied repertoire from the destruction or alteration of architecture, sites, and images, to the banning or imposing of old and new practices. The present volume addresses these questions comparatively across time and geography, and combines a material approach to the study of memory ... Read more

    $61.99 USD

  • Iconoclasm from Antiquity to Modernity

    by Kristine Kolrud, Marina Prusac ...
    The phenomenon of iconoclasm, expressed through hostile actions towards images, has occurred in many different cultures throughout history. The destruction and mutilation of images is often motivated by a blend of political and religious ideas and beliefs, and the distinction between various kinds of ’iconoclasms’ is not absolute. In order to explore further the long and varied history of ... Read more

    $61.99 USD

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  • A Short History of the Ancient World

    by Nicholas K. Rauh, Heidi E. Kraus, John C. Hill ...
    A Short History of the Ancient World begins with the Bronze Age and ends with the collapse of the Roman Empire. Rather than restricting his analysis to the Greek and Roman experience, Rauh introduces students to ancient Africa, Israel, Egypt, Iran, China, and the Indian subcontinent.To aid students on their journey into the ancient world, Rauh has provided key terms and definitions, "What Have We ... Read more

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  • The Cambridge Manual of Latin Epigraphy

    by Alison E. Cooley ...
    This book advances our understanding of the place of Latin inscriptions in the Roman world. It enables readers, especially those new to the subject, to appreciate both the potential and the limitations of inscriptions as historical source material, by considering the diversity of epigraphic culture in the Roman world and how it has been transmitted to the twenty-first century. The first chapter ... Read more

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  • Things Chinese

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    by Ronald G. Knapp ...
    China's art objects and traditionally manufactured products have long been sought by collectors—from porcelains and silk fabrics to furniture and even the lacquered chopsticks that are a distant relation to ones found in most Chinese restaurants. Things Chinese presents sixty distinctive items that are typical of Chinese culture and together open a special window onto the people, history, and ... Read more

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  • Mummies Secrets of the Pharoahs: Ancient Egypt for Kids | Children's Archaeology Books Edition

    by Baby Professor ...
    Jump back in time with the help of this highly educational book. Here, your child will be learning with pharaohs and going inside pyramids where mummies lay silent. It's a cool book to have because it widens your child's understanding of the ancient Egyptian civilization and how societies have changed since then. Buy a copy today! ... Read more

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  • Unwrapping Ancient Egypt

    by Dr Christina Riggs ...
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  • The Romans and Their Many Gods - Ancient Roman Mythology | Children's Greek & Roman Books

    by Baby Professor ...
    Did you know that myths are more than just stories? They are reflective of the local culture, beliefs and traditions too. By learning mythology, you are adding the element of magic and imagination in the discussion of peoples and societies. This time, let’s read about the Romans and Their Many Gods in this mythology book. Have fun reading! ... Read more

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  • The Rise and Fall of the Persian Empire - Ancient History for Kids | Children's Ancient History

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    Today, you hear stories and see movies depicting the strength of the Persian Empire. You get to understand how and why Persian leaders made important decisions.studying ancient history will allow you to see, appreciate and learn from the connections of the past and the present. This will lead to better decision making skills. Grab a copy now. ... Read more

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  • Ancient Rome: 2nd Grade History Book | Children's Ancient History Edition

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    Let’s visit Ancient Rome, and have some great learning fun with the Romans. The Roman way of living has been the subject of many history books, and the source of knowledge widely used today. This book takes the bulk of that information, and presents it in a way that any 2nd grader would find appealing. This book is perfect for home and school use. Buy a copy today! ... Read more

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