Sailing from Polis to Empire Ships in the Eastern Mediterranean during the Hellenistic Period

"This book represents a significant contribution to the fields of Hellenistic archaeology, Hellenistic economy, naval architecture and shipping in the eastern Mediterranean. It asks (and answers) questions that are often simply assumed and not systematically investigated. - Dr. Conor Trainor, U...

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Other Authors: Nantet, Emmanuel (Editor)
Format: Electronic Book Chapter
Language:English
Published: Open Book Publishers 2020
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