Ancient Worlds
Michael Scott
Random House
<p><b>'A bold and imaginative page-turner that challenges ideas about the world of antiquity.' Peter Frankopan (<i>The Silk Roads</i>)</b></p><p><b>'This vivid and engaging book brings to life some of the most important moments in ancient history, moments that have shaped not only the politics and culture of bygone eras, but the institutions, thoughts and fantasies of our time.' Yuval Noah Harari (<i>Sapiens</i>)</b><br><b></b><br><b>'As panoramic as it is learned, this is ancient history for our globalised world.' Tom Holland (<i>Dynasty, Rubicon</i>)</b><br><b></b><br><b></b>Acclaimed historian and TV presenter Michael Scott guides us through an epic story spanning ten centuries to create a bold new reading of the classical era for our globalised world.</p><p>Scott challenges our traditionally western-focused perception of the past, connecting Greco-Roman civilisation to the great rulers and empires that swept across Central Asia to India and China &#8211; resulting in a truly...</br></br></br></br></p>