A pioneering exploration of the differences between the brain’s right and left hemispheres and their effects on society, history, and culture—"one of the few contemporary works …
An Economist Best History Book 2017 “History as it should be written.”—Barry Cunliffe, Guardian “Scott hits the nail squarely on the head by exposing the staggering price our …
"e;This excellent survey . . . spans the rise and fall of the Greco-Roman world. This conversational yet erudite history is a treat."e; (Publishers Weekly, starred …
Cavan W. Concannon makes a significant contribution to Pauline studies by imagining the responses of the Corinthians to Paul's letters. Based on surviving written materials and …
A feminist reinterpretation of the myths surrounding Cleopatra casts new light on the Egyptian queen and her legacy "e;A lucid and persuasive reinterpretation. Readers won't …
A compelling account of Christianity’s Jewish beginnings, from one of the world’s leading scholars of ancient religion How did a group of charismatic, apocalyptic Jewish …
An archaeologist examines humanity’s last major source of food from the wild, and how it enabled and shaped the growth of civilization.In this history of fishing—not as sport but …
The synagogue was one of the most central and revolutionary institutions of ancient Judaism, leaving an indelible mark on Christianity and Islam as well. This commanding book …
A definitive account of the great revolt of Jews against Rome and the destruction of the Jerusalem Temple "e;A lucid yet terrifying account of the 'Jewish War'-the uprising of …
A beautifully written history of the ancient Roman civilization, with a unique focus on the values that propelled its rise and fall With commanding skill, Thomas R. Martin tells …
