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Alexandria: The City that Changed the World is a remarkable literary masterpiece by Islam Issa that invites you to journey through the enchanting shores of ancient Egypt. Acclaimed as a 'Book of the Year' by The Sunday Times and TLS, this book offers an engaging narrative that brings to life the vibrant metropolis where Alexander the Great's ambitious vision flourished.
Within its pages, you’ll discover Alexandria, a city that became the epicenter of culture, knowledge, and innovation. Positioned at the crossroads of three continents, it was a melting pot where Greeks, Egyptians, Romans, and Jews converged to shape the world’s philosophical, religious, and scientific landscapes.
Key features of this enthralling history include:
With its vivid storytelling and meticulous research, Alexandria: The City that Changed the World serves not only as a book but as an essential exploration of a city that has left an indelible mark on our modern world. Dive into this cornucopia of fascinating details and uncover the secrets of a city that truly changed the course of history.
ISBN: | 9781529377620 |
Author: | Islam Issa |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Sceptre |
Publisher: | Hodder & Stoughton |
Dimensions: | 196 x 128 x 34 mm |
Publication Date: | 05 September, 2024 |
Pagination: | 496 pages |
Weight: | 364g |
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Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’