F De Romanis (14 results)

Condition: New. pp. 284 Maps.

Condition: New. pp. 284, Maps.

Hardcover. Condition: As New. Contents: Preface. 1. Early Mediterranean contacts with India: an overview/Romila Thapar. 2. The date of the Periplus of the Erythraean Sea in the light of South Arabian evidence/Christian Robin. 3. The Periplus and the political history of India/Gerard Fussman. 4. On the name of the Hipalus (Hippalus) wind in pliny/Santo Mazzarino. 5. Rome and the Notia of India: relations between Rome and Southern India from 30 BC to the Flavian period/Federico De Romanis. 6. Romanukharattha and Taprobane: relations between Rome and Sri Lanka in the first century AD/Federico De Romanis. 7. The dromedary of the Peticii and trade with the east/Andre Tchernia. 8. Winds and coins: from the supposed discovery of the Monsoon to the Denarii of Tiberius/Andre Tchernia. Bibliography. "Relationships between east and west have always fascinated historians of Greece and Rome, whether ancient or modern. Roman trade with India, which took off massively in the first century CE and continued actively over several centuries, proved immensely alluring and profitable to ancient Roman investors, bankers and merchant-mariners but disturbing to moralists, who viewed the hemorrhage of western wealth to the east with deep foreboding. Modern Euro-centric scholarship has until the recent past been preoccupied with Greco-Roman sources and the problems they posed. But in the last few decades Indian archaeology, literature and history have added new dimensions and stimulated radical reappraisals of the routes to India and Sri Lanka, the trading networks in both the Indian and Roman world and the impact of such trade on the Roman and Indian economies. This book collects and translates into English some of the studies that have been recently published by French and Italian scholars. It also includes a specially contributed overview by the eminent Indian historian Romila Thapar that demonstrates how far the ethnocentric vision of Indo-Roman history has shifted. The intention is to open up European scholarship to Indian scholars and encourage the ongoing dialogue between scholars on both sides of the Indian Ocean.".…

Condition: New. pp. 284.

paperback. Condition: Good. Good paperback, bumped/creased with shelfwear; may have previous owner's name inside. Standard-sized.

Condition: New. pp. 284 Illus., Maps.

Soft cover. Condition: New. ISBN:9788173046582.

Condition: New. pp. 284, Maps 1st Edition.

Condition: New. pp. 284.

Hardcover. Condition: New. ISBN:9788173041945.

Paperback. Condition: Good. no dj. Crossings Early Mediterranean Contacts with India. Book.

brossura. Condition: Molto buono (Very Good). Book.

Softcover. Condition: New. Reprint. Lingua: Italiano. Circa 460 pagine. Italiano : Ristampa su richiesta. Edizione originale : 1829. Guida dettagliata di Roma organizzata in sette giornate, pensata per agevolare il visitatore nella scoperta della città. L'opera offre un itinerario ragionato tra monumenti, chiese, antichità e luoghi d'interesse, con un'appendice dedicata ai dintorni e al viaggio da Roma a Napoli. Corredato da tavole incise in rame, è un testo di forte interesse storico e bibliografico per lo studio della Roma ottocentesca e della letteratura di viaggio. Immagini del libro non contrattuali English : Print-on-demand reprint. Original edition : 1829. Detailed guide to Rome arranged in seven days, designed to help the visitor explore the city. The work offers a structured itinerary through monuments, churches, antiquities, and points of interest, with an appendix devoted to the surrounding area and the journey from Rome to Naples. Illustrated with copper-engraved plates, it is of strong historical and bibliographic interest for the study of nineteenth-century Rome and travel literature. Book images are non-contractual. Questo articolo è stampato su ordinazione e spedito dallo stabilimento dei nostri partner di stampa più vicino alla destinazione. Questi stabilimenti si trovano principalmente negli Stati Uniti, nel Regno Unito e in Canada.…

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: Italian. Language: Italian. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1829. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - Italian, Pages: - 460, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 460 460.…