CLAS 12A: Cultures & Ideas II: Creating Barbarians (Cohen)

One of the most important projects in the field of classical studies in recent years, this atlas contains stunningly beautiful topographic maps of the entire world of the Greeks and Romans, from the British Isles to the Indian subcontinent and North Africa.

This atlas focuses on the great civilizations of the ancient world, from the third millennium BCE to the 15th century CE. Included are Egypt, Mesopotamia, Asia Minor, the early Aegean, the Greeks, the Romans, the peoples with whom the Roman Empire came into contact, and the Byzantine Empire. The maps are thematic, depicting military and political history, as well as many other aspects of ancient culture. Extensive commentary facing the maps explains the historical background, summarizes the sources of information on which the maps are based, and provides bibliographies of the primary and secondary sources to turn to next for more information.

Twenty years in the making, this monumental two-volume work provides a comprehensive archaeological survey of the city of Rome from its prehistoric origins to the sixth century CE. Illustrated with full-color maps, drawings, photographs, and 3D reconstructions, it examines the city's topography, administrative divisions, and urban infrastructure, with profiles of more than 500 monuments and works of art.