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Discover the captivating world of ancient civilizations with Eric Cline's **1177 B.C.**, a brilliantly illustrated graphic adaptation that shines a light on one of history's most enigmatic mysteries. This essential read transports you back over three thousand years ago, exploring the dramatic collapse of the Late Bronze Age that affected the Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean societies. In this vibrant full-color graphic novel, author-illustrator Glynnis Fawkes entrusts us with the story of two young friends, Pel and Shesha, as they navigate the ruins and repercussions of this historical catastrophe.
Through their eyes, readers embark on an extraordinary adventure, discovering the intertwined fates of the Minoans, Mycenaeans, Hittites, Canaanites, Assyrians, and Egyptians. Experience the threat of the marauding Sea Peoples, the destructive forces of earthquakes, the devastating droughts that led to famine, and the upheavals from invasions - all illustrated in breathtaking detail. This engaging graphic history dives deep into the events, people, and cultures impacted, offering critical lessons for our interconnected modern world.
Suitable for history buffs and graphic novel enthusiasts alike, this accessible and educational title illustrates how the past informs our understanding of societal collapse and resilience. Don't miss your chance to own this BRAND NEW book from Princeton University Press, available for immediate shipping with **free delivery**, allowing up to **6 weeks** for arrival. ISBN: 9780691213026. Please note, once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780691213026
Format: With flaps
Year: 2024
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Description:
Eric Cline’s 1177 B.C. tells the story of one of history’s greatest mysteries: what caused the ancient civilisations of the Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean to collapse more than three thousand years ago, bringing the Late Bronze Age to an abrupt end? In this vivid and captivating full-colour graphic adaptation of the landmark book, author-illustrator Glynnis Fawkes invites us to follow two young friends living in the aftermath of the cataclysm as they unravel why it happened — and reveal important lessons for today’s interconnected and vulnerable world.
Pel, a member of the marauding Sea Peoples, and Shesha, an Egyptian scribe, visit the kingdoms of the Minoans, Mycenaeans, Hittites, Canaanites, Assyrians, and Egyptians to explore the calamities that brought them down. This graphic history depicts the people, events, art, architecture, and lands that Pel and Shesha encounter. We witness the Sea Peoples’ battles on land and sea, earthquakes on the Greek mainland, droughts and famine in Anatolia, invasions in north Syria, and possible rebellions in Canaan. Along the way, we also learn about the assassination of a Hittite prince travelling to marry an Egyptian queen, the sinking of a merchant ship laden with international goods, and the return of a pair of sandals to Crete by the Babylonian king Hammurabi.
An entertaining adventure story, this dazzling comic is also historically accurate and enlightening, inviting readers of all ages to think about the surprising factors and theories that explain why societies, whether ancient or modern, die or survive when struck by catastrophes.
Through their eyes, readers embark on an extraordinary adventure, discovering the intertwined fates of the Minoans, Mycenaeans, Hittites, Canaanites, Assyrians, and Egyptians. Experience the threat of the marauding Sea Peoples, the destructive forces of earthquakes, the devastating droughts that led to famine, and the upheavals from invasions - all illustrated in breathtaking detail. This engaging graphic history dives deep into the events, people, and cultures impacted, offering critical lessons for our interconnected modern world.
Suitable for history buffs and graphic novel enthusiasts alike, this accessible and educational title illustrates how the past informs our understanding of societal collapse and resilience. Don't miss your chance to own this BRAND NEW book from Princeton University Press, available for immediate shipping with **free delivery**, allowing up to **6 weeks** for arrival. ISBN: 9780691213026. Please note, once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780691213026
Format: With flaps
Year: 2024
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Description:
Eric Cline’s 1177 B.C. tells the story of one of history’s greatest mysteries: what caused the ancient civilisations of the Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean to collapse more than three thousand years ago, bringing the Late Bronze Age to an abrupt end? In this vivid and captivating full-colour graphic adaptation of the landmark book, author-illustrator Glynnis Fawkes invites us to follow two young friends living in the aftermath of the cataclysm as they unravel why it happened — and reveal important lessons for today’s interconnected and vulnerable world.
Pel, a member of the marauding Sea Peoples, and Shesha, an Egyptian scribe, visit the kingdoms of the Minoans, Mycenaeans, Hittites, Canaanites, Assyrians, and Egyptians to explore the calamities that brought them down. This graphic history depicts the people, events, art, architecture, and lands that Pel and Shesha encounter. We witness the Sea Peoples’ battles on land and sea, earthquakes on the Greek mainland, droughts and famine in Anatolia, invasions in north Syria, and possible rebellions in Canaan. Along the way, we also learn about the assassination of a Hittite prince travelling to marry an Egyptian queen, the sinking of a merchant ship laden with international goods, and the return of a pair of sandals to Crete by the Babylonian king Hammurabi.
An entertaining adventure story, this dazzling comic is also historically accurate and enlightening, inviting readers of all ages to think about the surprising factors and theories that explain why societies, whether ancient or modern, die or survive when struck by catastrophes.