Ancient Mediterranean Civilizations

Challenging the stereotypes and myths that typically characterize students' understanding of antiquity <em>Ancient Mediterranean Civilizations: From Prehistory to 640 CE </em> Third Edition focuses on continuity and connections along with cultural diffusion and cultural diversity to show how history is a cumulative process and that numerous similar themes recur in different times and places. The text also explores sensitive issues and debates including attitudes toward race ethnicity and tolerance; gender issues and roles; slavery; social mobility; religion; political evolution; the nature of government; and imperialism.<br>