Excavations at Tepe Guran in Luristan

Excavations at Tepe Guran in Luristan Luristan in Western Iran was largely inaccessible to foreigners until the construction of a new road in the 1960s permitted a Danish archaeologucal team to investigate the Luristan Bronze culture. This volume examines the Protohistoric finds...

Architecture

Architecture The balance of posterity and practicality in architecture throughout history, and its cultural relevance - from the Pyramids of Ancient Egypt to the Sydney Opera House, starkly contrasted with common cottage dwellings - are skillfully examined in...

American Anabasis

American Anabasis Investigates the fascinating story of the role played by Xenophon's Anabasis in American military and political culture from the Mexican War to the invasion of Iraq. The Marines' march up to Baghdad; Sherman's trail of destruction in Georgia...

The Egyptian Renaissance: The Afterlife of Ancient Egypt in Early Modern Italy

The Egyptian Renaissance: The Afterlife of Ancient Egypt in Early Modern Italy Fascination with ancient Egypt is a recurring theme in Western culture. This book uncovers its roots in Italian Renaissance, which embraced not only classical art and...

Rituals Nail Whitener Base Coat

Rituals Nail Whitener Base Coat Get lovely pink nails with white edges in a moment. This clear varnish accentuates the natural pink of your nails and makes nail edges whiter. Camouflages discolourations Some 5000 years ago, the Chinese made nail varnish based on beeswax, egg whites, gelatine, colourings and gum. Their favourite colours were red and black. Long nails were once a sign of wealth: for rich women from the Chinese Ming dynasty they were proof that they did not have to perform manual labour. Gold or silver guards were used to protect their rice paper-strengthened nails. In ancient Babylon and Egypt you could tell someone's job, culture and status from their hands and nails. Cleopatra loved rust red varnish; Nefertiti's favourite was Ruby Red. Your nails are a barometer for your body's health and your hands are regarded as your visiting card, giving you good reasons to look after and pamper them regularly. Rituals has developed a complete line of nail care products. Fabulous for treating your nails with love! 10ml

American Culture and Religious Diversity: A Saudi Perspective

American Culture and Religious Diversity: A Saudi Perspective Chronicling the unique religious-based travels of a Muslim in America

Ancient Turkey

Ancient Turkey Students of antiquity often see ancient Turkey as a bewildering array of cultural complexes. This title brings together in a coherent account the diverse and often fragmented evidence both archaeological and textual that forms the basis of our knowledge of the development of Anatolia from the earliest arrivals to the end of the Iron Age.

Awakening Islam: The Politics of Religious Dissent in Contemporary Saudi Arabia

Awakening Islam: The Politics of Religious Dissent in Contemporary Saudi Arabia With unprecedented access to a closed culture, Lacroix offers an account of Islamism in Saudi Arabia. Tracing the last half-century of the Sahwa, or Islamic..."

Cleopatra

Cleopatra Cleopatra is a spectacular and mammoth film presentation of one of the most controversial figures of ancient history. From her ascent to the throne at the age of seventeen to her bitter downfall and suicide Elizabeth Taylor poignantly portrays the Queen of Egypt as a sensitive passionate woman consumed by her ambition to rule the entire civilized world. One of the greatest love stories of all time is recreated as her explosive relationship with Mark Antony (Richard Burton) leads to eventual ruin. An elaborate and powerful account of an ingenious and fascinating woman. Special Features: Disc 1: Cleopatra Through The Ages: A Cultural History Cleopatra's Missing Footage Fox Movie Channel presents Fox Legacy with Tom Rothman Commentary with Chris Mankiewicz Tom Mankiewicz Martin Landau and Jack Brodsky The Cleopatra Papers: A Private Correspondence Disc 2: Cleopatra: The Film That Changed Hollywood The Fourth Star of Cleopatra Fox Movietone News Theatrical Trailers

Ancient Egypt

Ancient Egypt The wonderful ancient civilisation of the Egyptian Pharaohs holds a fascination for children and adults alike from the iconic emblem of the Sphinx to the treasures artefacts and even curses hidden away in the pyramids. Discover the truth behind the legends as we delve into the rich history of ancient Egypt: from its greatest Pharaohs to the near-mythical Library of Alexandria and from the wonders of the Sphinx to the incredible story of The Rosetta Stone. Journey back 5 000 years and experience the dawn of a new type of civilization. With so much known about this ancient culture alongside so many mysteries there is something for everyone to enjoy – from students of history to those who love the romance and mysticism of the Sphinx the Tombs of Kings and the many hidden secrets yet to be found. Includes feature-length programmes on The Pharaohs of Ancient Egypt as well as The Rosetta Stone The Library of Alexandria The Pyramids and The Sphinx.