"Readings in the Classical Historians" by Michael Grant 1st/1st HC/DJ 1992

Description: "Readings in the Classical Historians" was written by Michael Grant and published by Charles Scribner’s Sons in New York in 1992.This is a hardcover, first edition, first printing of this hefty but comprehensive 686-page collection of historical writings from the age of Greece and Rome. The excellent reference work features a table of dates (chronology) and a select bibliography.From the dustjacket blurb:"The preeminent classics scholar Michael Grant here presents a comprehensive anthology of the classical historians--from the early Greeks through the late Romans, right up to the beginnings of the Christian era. Included are the significant writers who chronicled the major events of early Western civilization and laid the foundations of the discipline: Heredotus, Thucydides, Xenophon, Julius Caesar, Livy, Plutarch, Tacitus, Appian, among others."In his general introduction, Grant places the classical historians in the context of their contemporary world, and in the overall context of Western culture. With its generous and carefully ordered selections, 'Readings in the Classical Historians' is an essential text for students of classics and history."The book is in fine, collectible condition, with no torn or bent pages, no scratches, stains or inscriptions, no remainder marks, no price-clipping, no bookplate, no ex-library, no book club edition, no flaws of any sort. It is as new.The dustjacket is in equally fine shape and is protected in a clear and removable archival cover.Please see the photos for a fuller description and author profile.Note: Because of the book's weight, it will be mailed securely in a box.BLK BOX 35PLEASE SEE THE OTHER TITLES NOW LISTED IN MY EBAY STORE: DISTANT VOYAGE BOOKS PAYPAL PREFERRED Will combine shipping. All items are well packed and are normally mailed within two days of payment being received. My 100% feedback rating is valuable to me. If you are satisfied with a transaction, please leave feedback and I will do the same. Questions welcome. Additional photographs on request. Note: Scrolling through my listings will locate books in these and many other categories: Animals; Art & Architecture; Biography; Children’s; Collecting & Collectibles; Entertainment, Film & Theater; Fiction; Food & Drink; Gardening; History; Military; Music; Natural History; Nautical; Photography; Science & Technology; Travel; Space; Sports; Transportation. New titles added almost daily.

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