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Title: The Hellenistic World Condition: New Subtitle: Using Coins as Sources Author: Peter Thonemann Format: Paperback EAN: 9781107451759 ISBN: 9781107451759 Publisher: Cambridge University Press Genre: History Topic: Ancient History, Business & Finance Release Date: 14/01/2016 Description: Coinage is one of our key sources for the rich and fascinating history of the Hellenistic world (323–31 BC). This book provides students of the period with an up-to-date introduction to Hellenistic gold, silver and bronze coins in their cultural and economic contexts. It also offers new perspectives on four major themes in contemporary Hellenistic history: globalisation, identity, political economy and ideology. With more than 250 illustrations, and written in a lucid and accessible style, this book sheds new light on the diverse and multicultural societies of the Hellenistic world, from Alexander to Augustus. The author assumes no prior knowledge of Hellenistic history, and all Greek and Latin texts are translated throughout. Language: English Country/Region of Manufacture: GB Item Height: 215mm Item Length: 138mm Item Width: 12mm Item Weight: 360g Book Series: Guides to the Coinage of the Ancient World Release Year: 2016
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