Mediterranean in History

The Mediterranean has been a meeting place of cultures, a battleground of races and nations, and the focus of three great religions, Christianity, Judaism, and Islam. David Abulafia, a leading Mediterranean scholar, has assembled a team of experts to tell this complex story, from the prehistoric traders to the post-Roman nations, the Christian and Islamic powers, and the twentieth century. This study covers all recorded history, incorporating recent research and tools, and is accompanied by spectacular illustrations.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 06 May 2021
Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd

The Mediterranean has played a pivotal role in the convergence of cultures from Europe, Asia, and Africa, serving as a melting pot of races and nations. It has also been the focal point of three major religions, Christianity, Judaism, and Islam. Renowned Mediterranean scholar David Abulafia has assembled a team of esteemed experts from diverse countries to present this captivating and intricate narrative in a seamless and interconnected manner. The study spans from the physical landscape to the prehistoric traders, the conflicts between the Phoenicians, Greeks, and Etruscans, culminating in Roman dominance. It then delves into the post-Roman nations, the rise of Christian and Islamic powers, the dominance of England and France, and the twentieth century, marked by periods of war and mass tourism. This comprehensive study encompasses all recorded history, incorporating recent research and cutting-edge tools such as linguistics and underwater archaeology. Accompanied by stunning illustrations, it offers a singular and up-to-date perspective on one of the most significant themes in global history.

Weight: 326g
Dimension: 129 x 198 x 34 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780500296219