Most Popular Books by Peter Connolly

Sail on an Athenian ship, discover how the philosopher Socrates ended up in a prison cell, and find out why young Athenians burned their toys in this delightful recreation of life in 5th-century B.C. Ancient Greece features the illustrations of Peter Connolly, a world-renowned artist of the ancient world, and artifacts, maps, and photographs from the region. All aspects of life in the city are revealed, as we see Athenians in their homes, at the theatre, at work, at worship, and at play. A fascinating and accessible exploration of the most advanced culture of the ancient world, Ancient Greece is a perfect introduction for children ages eight and up.

The renowned archeologist’s classic guide to twelve centuries of ancient military development, beautifully presented in colorful illustrations and diagrams. Generations of archeologists have been inspired by Peter Connolly’s beautifully rendered, highly detailed illustrations of ancient arms and armies. This comprehensive volume offers a bird’s eye view of not only battles, but the weapons, shields, and armor used centuries ago by Greek and Roman warriors. With extensive text describing each piece, this collection offers an ideal introduction to the subject of warfare in the ancient world spanning from 800 BC to 450 AD. Incorporating new archaeological research and the contributions of other scholars in the field, this new edition of Greece and Rome at War provides detailed explanations of the classical armies’ manufacture and use of their armaments. These full-color illustrations, maps, diagrams, and photographs bring the past to vivid life. Includes a preface by Adrian Goldsworthy.

Recreates the public buildings, temples, shops, and houses of ancient Athens and Rome, providing a window through which to look at the development of the cities and their architecture, and to discuss various aspects of daily life, including religion, food, drama, games, food, culture, and entertainment.

Return to the exciting world of the far-off past in Ancient Rome. Meet Spartacus, the gladiator slave who led the largest slave revolt in the history of the Roman empire. Tour the Pantheon, a temple dedicated to the gods and one of the greatest surviving masterpieces of Roman building. Watch the thunderous chariot races at the Circus Maximus and lions, leopards, elephants, crocodiles, rhinoceroses, hippopotamuses-even ostriches-fight to warm up the crowds at the Colosseum for a grand finale gladiator battle. Illustrated with artifacts, maps, and photographs and with original art by Peter Connolly, the acclaimed master of recreating the ancient world, Ancient Rome brings to life in all its glory one of the most extraordinary civilizations the world has ever known.

Text, pictures, photographs, and maps present the history of the Jews in Judea from the reign of Herod the Great through the governance of Pontius Pilate to the destruction of the Temple and the siege at Masada.

Follows the career of a Roman soldier as he becomes a cavalry officer in Mesopotamia around 100 A.D.

The trademark of this series are the fictional eyewitness accounts through which the young reader learns first-hand how momentous events of history touch ordinary men and women. Maps, cross-sections, authentic drawings, cartoons, and even scale models of Rome and Acropolis animate the historical events.

With The Cavalryman (see above), Peter Connolly shows us history as seen through a soldier''s eyes.

Describes the design and construction of a typical Roman fort and the daily life of its commanding officer and soldiers.

The Colosseum in Rome is one of the world''s most amazing buildings. Built over 10 years during the reign of the Emperor Vespasiano in c. 72AD, at 160 feet high this immense oval stadium was home to the most violent and deadly spectator sports in history, and the making of many ''gladiator'' heroes. Using state-of-the-art computer graphics, Colosseum brings the world of Ancient Rome to life and shows how and why this most extraordinary of human monuments was built. New research debunks the myths perpetuated in the film Gladiator and helps us understand the nature of these games - why the chariot races of Gladiator could not have happened within the Colosseum walls, for instance. Here for the first time, new evidence reveals exactly how the Colosseum was regularly flooded with water for the spectacle of deadly sea battles.

Text, pictures, photographs, and maps present the history of the Jews under Herod and Pontius Pilate, until the destruction of the Temple and the end of Judea.

Influence is one of the most critical skills for individuals and leaders in both business and life. With his unique insight Peter Connolly provides a practical and well thought out process for increasing your influence. This is a must read for anyone who wants to excel in life. - Derek Fox, Author of Presenting Without Fear. Most great achievements have been attained through positive influence. It is often the catalyst that helps us to bring out the best in others, build healthy relationships, facilitate conflict resolution and ultimately achieve our goals. In Positive Influence psychologist Peter Connolly presents an integrated and practical approach to building effective relationships. Drawing on current research in psychology, leadership and business as well 20 years'' experience in the field he provides key concepts and a variety of practical tools and exercises that will help the reader to, Build more positive relationships Inspire credibility Influence others Improve self confidence Develop assertiveness Resolve conflict Project a more positive image

Connolly greatly influenced recent Irish thought and policy. As the only selection of his writing available, this offers a unique overview of his work. An excellent reference for Anglo-Irish scholars and those interested in Irish sociology.

Presenting yoga in the context of its evolution in India, this book explains the nature of its associations with metaphysical doctrines. It is aimed at university students taking courses in Comparative Religion and Philosophy and practitioners of yoga, who intend to go beyond the activity and explore its spiritual dimensions.

Bevölkerungsgeschichte - Wirtschaftsgeschichte - Religionsgeschichte.

Cet ouvrage est une réédition numérique d’un livre paru au XXe siècle, désormais indisponible dans son format d’origine.

Grade level: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, e, i, s.

Shows the armor, weapons, organization, strategies, siege tactics, rewards, and punishments of ancient Rome''s military forces.

Discusses the part played by the Etruscans, Samnites, Carthaginians, and Celts in Roman and Italian history. Includes an account of Hannibal''s march and much description of the armor and weapons of the period.

Describes aspects of life in ancient Greece including the theater, government, religion, and domestic life. Also presents a portrait of life in Athens.

Republikkens, Cæsars og kejsertidens hære, deres udrustning, taktik og vigtigste slag.