Synopsis Experience a place the way the locals do. Enjoy the best it has to offer.
+ Discover the Celtic Tiger's newest cybercafes, the secrets of its ancient ruins, and the smartest ways to navigate all that green in between.
+ Outspoken opinions on what's worth your time and what's not.
+ Exact prices, so you can plan the perfect trip whatever your budget.
+ Off-the-beaten-path experiences and undiscovered gems, plus new takes on top attractions.

This companion provides a comprehensive introduction to key topics in the study of ancient history. It examines the forms of evidence, problems, approaches, and major themes in the study of ancient history. It comprises more than 40 essays, written by leading international scholars. It moves beyond the primary focus on Greece and Rome with coverage of the various cultures within the ancient Mediterranean. It draws on the latest research in the field. It provides an essential resource for any student of ancient history.

In The Rosetta Stone and the Rebirth of Ancient Egypt, John Ray introduces the enigmatic Rosetta Stone as being a key to our understanding of Ancient Egyptian culture as well as our own.

One of the most important questions we can ask about life is "Does ecology matter?"

This book examines the mechanisms by which ecology matters in the context of patterns that play out over millions of years and looks at how ancient environments affected evolution.

The "Historical Dictionary of Ancient Egypt" is a quick and accurate ready reference for both the Egyptologist and the non-specialist.