Tom Holland History Collection: Includes Dominion, Millennium, In the Shadow of the Sword, and Persian Fire – Exploring the Transformations of Western Civilization and the Rise of Ancient Empires - Softcover
Synopsis
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Explore the history of Western civilization and ancient empires with this collection by Tom Holland, featuring four bestselling books: "Dominion", "Millennium", "In the Shadow of the Sword", and "Persian Fire". Each book offers a comprehensive look at the religious, political, and cultural forces that shaped the modern world.
1. Dominion: The Making of the Western Mind (ISBN: 9780349141206)
Charts the impact of Christianity on Western thought and culture over two millennia, showing how it shaped modern secular beliefs and values.
2. Millennium: The End of the World and the Forging of Christendom (ISBN: 9780349119724)
Explores the transformation of Europe around the year 1000, from fragmented kingdoms to the foundations of a new Western civilization.
3. In the Shadow of the Sword: The Battle for Global Empire and the End of the Ancient World (ISBN: 9780349122359)
Covers the fall of the Roman and Persian Empires and the rise of Islam, offering a vivid narrative of political and religious change in the Near East.
4. Persian Fire: The First World Empire and the Battle for the West (ISBN: 9780349117171)
Recounts the clash between the Persian Empire and the Greek city-states, a pivotal conflict that defined the development of early Western civilization.
This set is perfect for history enthusiasts seeking to understand the deep-rooted cultural and historical transformations that have shaped the modern Western world.
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