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The twelve essays in this book use material from across the Roman empire in an attempt to determine the ways in which Rome was "experienced" by the many different groups living and

The British state expanded as a result of constant, and often fierce, struggle between those in favour of a greater role for the state in social provision and economic management and those

China's history has been shaped by war. Shortly after 300 AD, barbarian invaders from Inner Asia toppled China's Western Jin dynasty, leaving the country divided and at war for several centuries. Despite

Years after the Vietnam War ended, it continues as a moral, political, military, and media touchstone for Americans. This very readable introduction to American literature emerging from the war examines critically acclaimed

The Byzantine Empire, founded by Constantine as the core of power in the East, began to flourish in the fifth century AD, yet its culture and history are still not as well-known

Originally published between 1920-70,The History of Civilization was a landmark in early twentieth century publishing. It was published at a formative time within the social sciences, and during a period of decisive

This authoritative text has been updated to take into account the very latest developments in the Middle East. Serves as an excellent introduction for newcomers to the modern history and politics of

This volume brings together for the first time a significant body of Professor Barnes' scholarly writing on Japanese early state formation, brought together so that successive topics form a coherent overview of