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The Oxford Companion to Classical Civilization (Open University Set Book) | 
 enlarge | Creators: Simon Hornblower, Antony Spawforth
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Category: Book
List Price: £20.00
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Rating:  2 reviews
Sales Rank: 8641
Media: Paperback
Edition: New Ed
Pages: 832
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3.8
Dimensions (in): 9.7 x 7.3 x 1.4
ISBN: 0198609582
Dewey Decimal Number: 937
EAN: 9780198609582
ASIN: 0198609582
Publication Date: September 23, 2004
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a cheap and accessible alternative to the oxford classical dictionary March 30, 2007
Roman Clodia (London)
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
Admittedly there's no beating the OCD but this is a brilliant alternative. The entries come from the OCD itself but it excludes the bibliographies per subject - which frankly are out of date anyway. As the other reviewer here has mentioned, the entries are wide ranging and eclectic, but always informative, readable and stimulating. I have the hardback version (necessary for the amount of referencing it gets!) and the book itself is nicely produced with good weight paper and excellent illustrations. Whether you're a serious student or an interested amateur, this is a brilliant buy.
an excellent review of the classical world March 30, 2001
59 out of 60 found this review helpful
This dictionary is a must have for any classics student, or teachers for that matter! It covers a wide variety of topics from Roman empire to magic, and from literature to cookery in antiquity. It has an easy to read format, contains over two dozen maps and colour plates and many more black and white plates. It is suitable for anyone studying this subject, and I would recommend it especially to those of you who are studying at A-Level and degree (ie, 16+). The 'Companion' takes the most important entries, in full, from its sister book, the Oxford Classical Dictionary (3rd ed) to create a cheaper and less weighty version, great for those who are on a budget. Topics that require a little more explainaiton are given longer articles so that this extra detail can be added. The excellent editing means that only the best information is supplied by the best authors in the business. This truely is a vital companion for anyone who about to venture classical civilization.
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