PDF Cities of the Classical World An Atlas and Gazetteer of 120 Centres of Ancient Civilization Colin McEvedy Books
Download As PDF : Cities of the Classical World An Atlas and Gazetteer of 120 Centres of Ancient Civilization Colin McEvedy Books
From Alexandria to York, this unique illustrated guide shows us the great centers of classical civilization afresh. The book's key feature is 120 specially-drawn maps tracing each city's thoroughfares and defenses, monuments and places of worship. Every map is to the same scale, allowing readers for the first time to appreciate visually the relative sizes of Babylon and Paris, London and Constantinople. There are also clear, incisive commentaries on each city's development, strategic importance, rulers and ordinary inhabitants. This compelling and elegant atlas opens a new window on to the ancient world, and will transform the way we see it.
PDF Cities of the Classical World An Atlas and Gazetteer of 120 Centres of Ancient Civilization Colin McEvedy Books
"Very good."
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Cities of the Classical World An Atlas and Gazetteer of 120 Centres of Ancient Civilization Colin McEvedy Books Reviews :
Cities of the Classical World An Atlas and Gazetteer of 120 Centres of Ancient Civilization Colin McEvedy Books Reviews
- This is the book for history and map enthusiasts. The cities become familiar and I can almost feel the life in them while reading. I use other maps and Wikipedia along while reading this, augment the info, but this book is a good starting point.
- Maybe not for everybody, but for those who need info, there are tidbits here and there to be found.
- Very good.
- The very last publication coming from our beloved author Colin McEvedy (published posthumously).
The book is very good. McEvedy maintains his original writing style and visual format throughout the book.
It is concise but loaded with useful information. For each entry, McEvedy provides a short history of the city, a description of its population size, and a map of its layout. All maps are scaled to size so that the reader can easily draw comparisons.
I would give this book 5 Stars if it wasn't for the over-simplistic city maps. I was expecting more detailed ones...
