The Oxford Handbook of Engineering and Technology in the Classical World (Oxford Handbooks)

Peter Oleson, John

ISBN 10: 0199734852 / ISBN 13: 9780199734856

Published by Oxford University Press, 2008

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Part of the OUP Handbook series, this is an exhaustive collection of articles covering ancient methods of crafting, mechanics and science. Close to new condition, but with some shelfwear, most significantly a crease in the rear top corner. pp.865/8vo. Please note that, depending on destination and the size of the book, we may request a payment to cover any extra shipping/postage charges. Proceeds to Amnesty International. Abe2450. This item is being sold under the Retail Gift Aid scheme to support Amnesty International UK Section Charitable Trust. Gift Aid enables us to increase the value of donations by 25%. Amnesty International UK Section is acting as an agent selling this item on behalf of one of our Gift Aid Donors).

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Oxford Handbook of Engineering and Technology in the Classical World (Oxford Handbooks)
• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Publication Date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0199734852
• ISBN 13: 9780199734856
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: 1st Edition.
• Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

Nearly every aspect of daily life in the Mediterranean world and Europe during the florescence of the Greek and Roman cultures is relevant to the topics of engineering and technology. This volume highlights both the accomplishments of the ancient societies and the remaining research problems, and stimulates further progress in the history of ancient technology.

About the Author

John Peter Oleson is Distinguished Professor of Greek and Roman Studies, University of Victoria, Canada.