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Contains alphabetically arranged essays that examine the lives of 150 women of the ancient world, and includes an additional thirty entries that provide insight into various aspects of the ancient world, covering themes such as clothing, work, and sexuality.

Examines the development of ancient Greek theater, providing information on costumes, actors, and the organization of festivals.

Presents the typical experience of a warrior in each of these military cultures, using contemporary narratives, bloodless reenactments of battles, current views of the terrain, computer graphics reproductions, and artwork (sculpture, painting, etc.) from the period described.