Languages: English (Original Language), English (Unknown), English (Published) Media: Paperback Edition: 2Rev Ed Number Of Items: 1 Pages: 128 Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.5 Dimensions (in): 8.6 x 6.9 x 0.3
Good Buy June 19, 2008 This book although not in the classic size of atlas`s gives a mile of info and is a good table top reference, worth the money
Nice book but of limited use only June 15, 2007 3 out of 4 found this review helpful
After going through this book I must say that I am a bit disappointed. Although this book certainly has it's uses, it is very limited in what it gives you as an atlas of ancient history. I had expected at least some detailed maps of the important areas (Egypt, Middle east, Mesopotamia, etc.) but you only get very general maps covering an area from Norway down to the Sahara, with broad outlines of the empires and cultures, in most cases cities are not even indicated. If you only need the broad outlines of what was happening, this book is fine, but if you are looking for more then this book is definitely not what you need. The accompanying text is of more value, especially the population estimates, trade routes and so but most of it is a good but basic summary of history from the emergence of modern man till the fall of the Roman Empire.
A wonderful little book February 19, 2007 1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This great little book is the first of the Penguin series by Colin McEvedy and covers the period from 12500 BC to 362 AD. It should be noted that it only covers Europe, North Africa and the Near East.
It's hard to imagine someone with an interest in history who would not enjoy reading and re-reading this book. It also makes a handy reference book. Wonderful!
Useful but rather small October 18, 2003 24 out of 28 found this review helpful
This is a small book both in terms of page numbers and size. However a lot of information is crammed in, mostly by using very small type faces, and I mean small. The format through most of the book is text on the verso page and a map (almost monochromatic) on the recto page. The content is sound but obviously restricted by the size of the book. I use this as an easy access aide memoire to the main events of the ancient period. Could be useful for school as it is cheap and compact. I've awarded 3 stars as I think its rather grandiose title is a bit misleading; I would call it a guide rather than an atlas.
A unique insight into the formation of Europe February 28, 2000 19 out of 19 found this review helpful
Along with the other books in this series that I have read, Medieval, Modern and Recent History, this book is a solid and occasionally witty overview of the sweep of European development. It is fair to say that I have worn the book out as I often reread and refer to it. A must have on any bookshelf.
