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The far edges of the known world : a new history of the ancient past / Owen Rees

This study explores the diverse societies and cultures that existed on the fringes of the ancient Greek and Roman empires. Utilising archaeological evidence, it examines the realities of life in border regions across Europe, Asia, and Africa.

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