A Cultural History of Peace in Antiquity

A Cultural History of Peace presents an authoritative survey from ancient times to the present, covering over 2500 years of history. This volume, A Cultural History of Peace in Antiquity, explores peace in the period from 500 BC to 800 AD, presenting essays on the meaning of peace, peace movements, maintaining peace, peace in relation to gender, religion, and war, and representations of peace.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 19 October 2023
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

The Cultural History of Peace presents an in-depth exploration of peace from ancient times to the present, spanning over 2500 years of history. Comprising six volumes, this comprehensive set delves into the evolving nature and significance of peace throughout different eras. In its fifth volume, titled A Cultural History of Peace in Antiquity, the book focuses on the period from 500 BC to 800 AD, shedding light on the concept of peace during this classical era.

As with the other volumes in the illustrated Cultural History of Peace series, this volume includes essays that examine the multifaceted meanings of peace, explore the dynamics of peace movements, discuss strategies for maintaining peace, examine the relationship between peace and gender, religion, and war, and explore representations of peace in various artistic and cultural contexts.

A Cultural History of Peace in Antiquity stands as the most authoritative and comprehensive survey available on peace in the classical era. It offers a rich and insightful perspective on the historical development of peace concepts, movements, and practices, providing valuable insights into the complex interplay between culture, society, and the pursuit of peace throughout human history.

Weight: 452g
Dimension: 169 x 244 x 14 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781350385726