Transcending ethnic, linguistic, and religious boundaries, early empires shaped thousands of years of world history. Yet despite the global prominence of empire

This volume brings together experts in the history of the ancient Mediterranean and early China and presents a series of comparative case studies on clearly def

Rome and China provides an updated history and analysis of contacts and mutual influence between two of ancient Eurasia’s most prominent imperial powers, Rome

A fascinating history of the intricate web of trade routes connecting ancient Rome to Eastern civilizations, including its powerful rival, the Han Empire. The R

Studies the complex system of trade exchanges and commerce that profoundly changed Roman society.