Great Walls Linear Barriers by Spring Peter (16 results)

Hardback. Condition: Fair. Everyone has heard of the Great Wall of China and knows of Hadrian's Wall and the other barriers lining stretches of Rome's imperial frontiers. But Peter Spring's original new study demonstrates that far from being exceptional, the building of walls and other linear defences was commonplace among the peoples and states of pre-modern era. He finds examples virtually all across the globe and analyses their forms and strategic functions. He finds patterns for their distribution, an important recurrent theme being the divide between settled agriculture and nomads. The author argues that it is mistaken to view such undertakings as necessarily purely defensive measures that might be evidence of insecurity or a 'maginot line mentality', as they were in fact often about aggressive assertion of control over a region or strategic routes. This original and thought-provoking study brings new light and insight to a fascinating and neglected aspect of human political and military history. It The clear text is supported by numerous, specially drawn maps and photographs.…

hardcover. Condition: Good. A nice hardcover copy with a tight and square binding. Text is clean and bright. Black hardcovers are very good (clean, no creasing). No dust jacket. Careful packaging and fast shipping. We recommend EXPEDITED MAIL for even faster delivery. Shipped in 100% recyclable material.…

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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Condition: Very Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Includes dust jacket. Some shelf wear.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. Clean, tight copy in mylar-protected dust jacket. 370pp.

Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Firmly bound and seems unread. Internally the book is in excellent clean condition. No inscription or ownership markings. No torn, loose or missing pages. The hardcover has bumping at the corners & lower edge but no grazing. The unclipped jacket is also in excellent clean condition.…

Hardcover. Condition: New. Dust Jacket Condition: New. New hardback copies at a reduced price.; The building of walls and other linear defences from ancient to modern times. Examples from across the globe, their forms and strategic functions. Illustrated.; 370 pages.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. 1st Edition.

Hardcover. Condition: Brand New. 370 pages. 9.25x6.25x1.25 inches. In Stock.

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Hard Cover in Dj. Condition: As New. Dust Jacket Condition: As New. 8vo, hardcover in dj. Everyone has heard of the Great Wall of China and knows of Hadrian's Wall and the other barriers lining stretches of Rome's imperial frontiers. But Peter Spring's original new study demonstrates that far from being exceptional, the building of walls and other linear defences was commonplace among the peoples and states of pre-modern era. He finds examples virtually all across the globe and analyses their forms and strategic functions. He finds patterns for their distribution, an important recurrent theme being the divide between settled agriculture and nomads. The author argues that it is mistaken to view such undertakings as necessarily purely defensive measures that might be evidence of insecurity or a 'maginot line mentality', as they were in fact often about aggressive assertion of control over a region or strategic routes. This original and thought-provoking study brings new light and insight to a fascinating and neglected aspect of human political and military history. The clear text is supported by numerous, specially drawn maps and photographs. AUTHOR: Peter Spring is a financial consultant by training but also holds an MA in Medieval Art History from the Courtauld Institute. He is has always been keenly interested in military history and has served in the Territorial Army in an Intelligence role. He lives in Southeast London. Comprehensive study covers all ancient/medieval world, including Africa and Far East 16 pages of plates and 30 maps.…