In Search of the Greeks offers an engaging introduction to the societies of Classical Greece. Making extensive use of ancient sources and illustrated with some hundred and fifty photographs, drawings, maps and plans, many now for the first time in colour, the book introduces key topics of ancient Greece. The new edition opens with a new chapter that provides an historical overview of the key events, figures and eras, and continues with updated chapters on key topics in Greek histo...

In Search of the Romans is a lively and informative introduction to ancient Rome. Making extensive use of ancient sources and copiously illustrated with photographs, drawings, maps and plans, now for the first time in colour, its opening two chapters guide the reader through the events of Roman history, from the foundation of the city to the fall of the empire. Subsequent chapters introduce the most important aspects of the Roman world: the army and the provinces, religion, societ...

This textbook is endorsed by OCR and supports the specification for GCSE Ancient History (first teaching September 2017). It covers the whole of Component 1, both the compulsory Period Study and the three optional Depth Studies:Period Study: The Persian Empire, 559–465 BC by James RenshawDepth Study: From Tyranny to Democracy, 546–483 BC by Sam BaddeleyDepth Study: Athens in the Age of Pericles, 462–429 BC by Paul Fow...

This textbook is endorsed by OCR and supports the specification for AS and A-Level Ancient History (first teaching September 2017). It covers the whole of Component 1, both the compulsory Period Study and the three optional Depth Studies:Period Study: Relations between Greek states and between Greek and non-Greek states, 492–404 BC by Steve Matthews and James RenshawDepth Study: The Politics and Society of Sparta, 478–404 BC by Charlie Cotta...

This textbook is endorsed by OCR and supports the specification for AS and A-Level Classical Civilisation (first teaching September 2017). It covers Components 21 and 22 from the 'Culture and the Arts' Component Group:Greek Theatre by James Renshaw and Laura SwiftImperial Image by Robert Hancock-JonesWhy was tragedy and comedy so central to Athenian life? How did drama challenge Athenians to reflect on their way of living? How did th...

This textbook is endorsed by OCR and supports the specification for GCSE Classical Civilisation (first teaching September 2017). It covers the Thematic Study Component 12 and all three Literature and Culture options (Components 21–23):Thematic Study: Women in the Ancient World by Robert Hancock-JonesLiterature and Culture 1: The Homeric World by Dan MenasheLiterature and Culture 2: Roman City Life by James Renshaw

This textbook is endorsed by OCR and supports the specification for A-Level Classical Civilisation (first teaching September 2017). It covers Components 31 and 34 from the 'Beliefs and Ideas' Component Group:Greek Religion by Athina Mitropoulos and Julietta SteinhauerDemocracy and the Athenians by Tim Morrison and James RenshawWhy was worshipping the gods so important to ancient Greek life? To what extent did Greeks question religiou...

This textbook is endorsed by OCR and supports the specification for GCSE Classical Civilisation (first teaching September 2017). It covers the Thematic Study Component 11 and all three Literature and Culture options (Components 21–23):Thematic Study: Myth and Religion by Ben GreenleyLiterature and Culture 1: The Homeric World by Dan MenasheLiterature and Culture 2: Roman City Life by James RenshawLitera...

Discover the compelling microhistory of how one resilient ancient technology drove human evolution and global survival. Ideal for your morning commute, this immersive historical non-fiction journey reveals how raw animal hides helped early humans conquer harsh climates. If you are in an inquisitive mood and seeking an educational deep-dive into the foundations of civilization, this listen delivers.Transform your perspective on the everyday fashion objects you wear and carry. By tra...

Discover the compelling microhistory of how one resilient ancient technology drove human evolution and global survival. Ideal for your morning commute, this immersive historical non-fiction journey reveals how raw animal hides helped early humans conquer harsh climates. If you are in an inquisitive mood and seeking an educational deep-dive into the foundations of civilization, this listen delivers.Transform your perspective on the everyday fashion objects you wear and carry. By tra...

Discover the compelling microhistory of how one resilient ancient technology drove human evolution and global survival. Ideal for your morning commute, this immersive historical non-fiction journey reveals how raw animal hides helped early humans conquer harsh climates. If you are in an inquisitive mood and seeking an educational deep-dive into the foundations of civilization, this listen delivers.Transform your perspective on the everyday fashion objects you wear and carry. By tra...

Discover the compelling microhistory of how one resilient ancient technology drove human evolution and global survival. Ideal for your morning commute, this immersive historical non-fiction journey reveals how raw animal hides helped early humans conquer harsh climates. If you are in an inquisitive mood and seeking an educational deep-dive into the foundations of civilization, this listen delivers.Transform your perspective on the everyday fashion objects you wear and carry. By tra...