Ancient History

'Boudicca's Daughter is Elodie Harper's masterpiece.' Costanza Casati, author of Babylonia 'One of the best...

'A brilliant concept, executed with enviable elegance' Lucy Worsley 'A gem of a book. Thanks...

This is the story of the fall of an Empire - and the rise of...

The charismatic Fulvia amassed a degree of military and political power that was unprecedented for...

THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER The second bestselling book from 'the most joyous and brain-enhancing...

A landmark new history of the ancient kingdom of Carthage, told through its iconic figures...

The incredible true story of a Galilean stonemason who changed the course of the world...

'One of the most fascinating and important works of global history to appear for many...

A sexy modern take on ancient Greek myths. She keeps her eyes on me while...

A magnificent new translation of the Odyssey by best-selling author and classicist Daniel Mendelsohn With...

From the international bestselling author and notable journalist Aldo Cazzullo comes a brilliantly researched and...

The story of the ancient world's most spectacular library, and the civilization that created it...

**THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER FROM THE DIRECTOR GENERAL OF POMPEII** 'The best book on...

Witness what the gods do after dark in the eighth volume of a stylish and...

The official companion to the Summer 2005 exhibition of the fabulous treasures found in the...

The glory of ancient Egypt comes alive as never before in this colourful, information-packed book...

A masterful new translation of Suetonius' renowned biographies of the twelve Caesars, by the award-winning...

Award-winning classicist, ancient historian and author Emily Hauser takes readers on an epic journey through...

Griffins, Cyclopes, Monsters, and Giants--these fabulous creatures of classical mythology continue to live in the...

Philip Matyszak skilfully navigates the myths and legends of early Rome, exploring the enigmatic origins...

This luxurious hardback edition presents the classic ancient text, The Egyptian Book of the Dead,...

Roman Britain is usually thought of as a land full of togas, towns and baths...

The enthralling tale of a powerful Greek goddess maligned in both myth and ancient history,...

The remarkable story of how Greek-speaking writers and thinkers sustained and developed the intellectual legacy...

Plato is a key figure from the beginnings of Western philosophy, yet the impact of...

This groundbreaking new book illuminates the lives of the kings, queens, princes and princesses of...

'A tour of those far-flung places where Romans rarely dared to venture' The Times 'A...

'A comprehensive but accessible introduction for anyone interested in the history of ancient Egypt, and...