Based on columns that have appeared for over ten years in the "Spectator" and the "Sunday Telegraph", this book provides a Roman and ancient Greek perspective on modern society.
Introducing the work of 20 of the ancient world's greatest authors, this work presents brief, readable essays, fully illustrated with quotations from modern (and some ancient)... Læs mere
This edition of the first two books of Virgil's twelve-book masterpiece the Aeneid is designed to provide all the help that someone who has finished an introductory course in Latin will need to read Virgil accurately, intelligently and with maximum benefit and pleasure.
A collection of essays on political psychology from some of the best known names in political science in the UK, including Ivor Crewe, Vincent Wright, Rod Hague, David Hine and Iain McLean.
This book’s practical emphasis on meeting the ever-changing needs of clients and auditees will benefit a wide audience by helping readers to: ¢ select... Læs mere
A short yet groundbreaking history of Ancient Rome through the eyes of the oft-forgotten people who made up the empire's majority - the Plebs.
What is 'black cinema'? Is it a valid category? What can films from as far afield, economically and geographically, as Nigeria and Hollywood possibly have in common? Focusing on... Læs mere
This book represents the first attempt to identify and describe a workhouse reform ‘movement’ in mid- to... Læs mere