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Warwick Ball

    Warwick Ball est un archéologue d'origine australienne spécialisé dans le Proche-Orient. Avec plus de trois décennies d'expérience, son travail s'est concentré sur des fouilles en Jordanie, en Iran, en Irak, en Syrie et en Afghanistan. Ses publications, notamment un volume complet sur les monuments de l'Afghanistan, présentent des photographies exceptionnelles de sites archéologiques rares aujourd'hui difficiles d'accès. Ball apporte une profonde compréhension de l'histoire et de l'architecture de la région à son œuvre distinctive.

    Towards One World
    East of the Wardrobe
    The Eurasian Steppe
    Out of Arabia
    • Out of Arabia

      Phoenicians, Arabs, and the Discovery of Europe

      • 272pages
      • 10 heures de lecture
      4,3(17)Évaluer

      Exploring the historical and cultural exchanges between Eastern and Western societies, this volume delves into the intricate processes that facilitated the movement of ideas, traditions, and practices into Europe. It highlights key figures, events, and influences that shaped these interactions, offering readers a comprehensive understanding of how Eastern cultures impacted European development. The narrative combines scholarly research with engaging storytelling, making it accessible for both academics and general readers interested in cultural history.

      Out of Arabia
    • The Eurasian Steppe

      • 448pages
      • 16 heures de lecture
      4,5(4)Évaluer

      From nomadic peoples to conquering empires, from tales of Amazon women to art nouveau, and from golden grave goods to the formation of countries that still exist today, Ball shows how the steppe has continually shaped Europe's destiny.

      The Eurasian Steppe
    • In East of the Wardrobe, Warwick Ball explores hitherto unrecognised and unexpected Eastern aspects in and influences on C. S. Lewis' The Chronicles of Narnia.

      East of the Wardrobe
    • Towards One World

      Ancient Persia and the West

      • 272pages
      • 10 heures de lecture

      Focusing on the historical interactions between the Persian Empire and Europe, this volume delves into the cultural exchanges initiated by Persia's expansion in the 6th century BC. Despite its brief presence in southeastern Europe, the Persian influence marked the start of a nuanced relationship characterized by both conflict and cooperation, shaping East-West dynamics that persist today. The book examines this intricate history, moving beyond the typical narratives of warfare to highlight the lasting impact of these early encounters.

      Towards One World