Ancient History is a magazine dedicated to providing readers accessible, well-researched articles written by experts, with full-colour illustrations and images of artefacts, to bring the ancient world to life.
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Missed this earlier? The *Lives and Literacy in Ancient Egypt* exhibition in Austin showcases handwritten texts from 330 BC to AD 700. Discover how papyrus, parchment, and ostraca reveal a vibrant, multilingual society. Lindsay Powell’s article explores the highlights. https://tny.app/snonmx0l
Have you ever wondered what being Christian in the Roman Empire was like? What about matters of the heart in antiquity?
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Missed this earlier? Scott Lawin Arcenas discusses stasis (political violence) in ancient Greece and its role in the era’s cultural and economic rise. Listen to the podcast. https://tny.app/jthqs95c
Missed this earlier? If you’re curious about ancient Sparta but tired of outdated takes, *A Companion to Sparta* in paperback offers 800 pages of expert analysis. A thorough guide to Spartan history, society, and legacy. https://tny.app/8zsxeni6
Discover the Classical Maya, their hieroglyphs, and reconstructing Mayan history with David Stuart in the latest episode of the podcast. https://tny.app/c0j9v03u
#OTD in 455, emperor Petronius Maximus was killed by a mob when he tried to flee Rome before a Vandal attack. Maximus had ascended to the throne just two months prior by orchestrating the murder of Valentinian III. #RomanHistoryÂ
#OTD in 1963, the movie Cleopatra was released, starring Elizabeth Taylor. It received mixed reviews, but remains a classic in the field of historical films. You can read more about Cleopatra on the big screen through the years in AH 17:Â https://www.karwansaraypublishers.com/products/ahm-issue-17
Missed this earlier? Edward Watts’ *The Romans* explores how the Roman state endured for 2000 years, from the foundation of Rome to the fall of Constantinople in 1204. Check it out! https://tny.app/k7nz3vmt
The *Lives and Literacy in Ancient Egypt* exhibition in Austin showcases papyri, parchments, and ostraca from 330 BC to AD 700, offering intimate insights into daily life, bureaucracy, and culture. It is a rare chance to explore ancient Egypt through handwritten documents. https://tny.app/snonmx0l
