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Roman Arabia

Roman Arabia

by G.W. Bowersock

  • HISTORY
  • 1994
  • PAPER
  • 224 PAGES

A remarkable history of the Romans in the Arab world. It covers the eastern extension of the Roman empire in Jordan, greater Syria and the Negev -- with detailed chapters on the Nabateans, Arab Queen Zenobia and other relevant topics. For the traveler with scholarly inclinations, this lucid book provides essential background to the Roman archeological sites in the Middle East.  (MDE12, $29.00)

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