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xviii, 667 pages, 32 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (some color), maps ; 25 cm
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A one-volume narrative history of the Mediterranean from Ancient Egypt to 1919. Written in the racy, readable prose for which author Norwich is famous, this is colorful, character-driven history. He tackles a vast subject--vast in time, from the oldest surviving pyramid to the First World War; vast in geography, from Gibraltar to Jerusalem; and vast in culture, including as it does the civilizations of the Phoenicians, the Egyptians, Greece, Carthage,...
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"In 1177 B.C., marauding groups known only as the "Sea Peoples" invaded Egypt. The pharaoh's army and navy managed to defeat them, but the victory so weakened Egypt that it soon slid into decline, as did most of the surrounding civilizations. After centuries of brilliance, the civilized world of the Bronze Age came to an abrupt and cataclysmic end. Kingdoms fell like dominoes over the course of just a few decades. No more Minoans or Mycenaeans. No...
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429 pages ; 21 cm.
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It's a long hot summer on the French Mediterranean shore and at the Perpignan police headquarters, Sebag and Molino are being slowly devoured by dull routine, petty complaints and family worries. Out of the blue a young Dutch woman is brutally murdered on a beach at Argelès, and another disappears without a trace. A serial killer obsessed with Dutch women? Maybe. But there is more to this case than anyone suspects.
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"An in-depth portrait of the Crusades-era Mediterranean world, and a new understanding of the forces that shaped it. In Infidel Kings and Unholy Warriors, the award-winning scholar Brian Catlos puts us on the ground in the Mediterranean world of 1050-1200. We experience the sights and sounds of the region just as enlightened Islamic empires and primitive Christendom began to contest it. We learn about the siege tactics, theological disputes, and poetry...
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"Malta: Flavours of the Mediterranean is a richly photographed cookbook which takes you to the captivating archipelago between Sicily and the North African coast, with 70 recipes showcasing the country's vibrant Mediterranean cuisine. Many empires have influenced the Maltese kitchen over the centuries, leaving a seductive blend of Arab, French, Italian and English flavors. The result is a balance of raw agrarian produce, fruits of the sea, and well-honed...
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xvii, 219 pages : color illustrations ; 27 cm
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An acclaimed chef and proponent of the Mediterranean Diet offers clean and healthy meals that pay homage to his heritage by starting each dish with seven easy-to-find, basic ingredients, including greek yogurt and tomato sauce. --Publisher.
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546 pages : colour illustrations, colour maps ; 20 cm + 1 folded-out map.
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Part history tour, part beach vacation, part culinary odyssey, this region offers a veritable feast for every traveller, whether in world-class cities or zipping around tiny islands. Lonely Planet is your passport to Cruise Ports Mediterranean Europe, with amazing travel experiences and the best planning advice. Admire Gaudí's genius in Barcelona, feast on art in Florence, or walk Dubrovnik's historic street; all with your trusted travel companion....
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287 pages : color illustrations ; 27 cm
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The perfect paella, the perfect bouillabaisse, the perfect pesto. And much more...A river of gold flows through the crescent that is Spain's east coast, France's south coast and Italy's west coast - the olive oil that is their common cooking medium. They never cook with butter or fat, and they use meat only as an occasional flavouring. They share a love of seafood, garlic, pulses, herbs and vegetables that contribute to robust health without even...
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xvi, 411 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (some color) ; 24 cm.
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"Discover the world's healthiest and tastiest diet. Ready to transform the way you've been preparing dinner? Then it's time to dive into the Mediterranean Diet Cookbook For Dummies! You'll learn to bring home the flavors of Italy, Greece, Spain, Morocco, Lebanon, and southern France, as you discover the cuisine that's been shown to reduce the risk of heart attack, diabetes, and cognitive decline while delivering extraordinary, authentic flavors. Unlike...
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