Customer Review: I admit that I have not read this book, but I am skeptical of the author's knowledge of art history and ability to critically examine its nuances. In the glowing review above from the Washington Post (the paper she works for in fact) there is the following quote: "It is shocking. Imagine the... more info
Customer Review: I am so happy i got this book from amazon. It shipped fast and came in perfect condition. Best of all i got it for $75, instead of $130 if i bought it from my school.
Customer Review: This book is a great book of celtic design. It not only gives the history of design but it also includes a wonderful section on drawing knot work and celtic design. This is the best book I have seen thus far on celtic design and knot work.
Customer Review: Tacitus' Agricola and Germania are among the two most-cited sources on Roman Britain and on the ancient Germans, respectively, and anyone with an interest in the Classical World should have a copy of this book. The Agricola is our primary source on Cnaeus Julius Agricola-governor of Roman... more info
Customer Review: The Ramage's text is considered the standard in its field, and I purchased it on recommendation of my son, who teaches Art History. In my case I wanted to learn about Etruscan and Roman art in preparation for a planned trip to Italy. The book is well-written and has very clear illustrations, and I... more info
Customer Review: Agree completely, and sadly, with the previous review. A far better non-specialist and user-friendly book is "Babylon" the catalogue of the current Brisitsh museum Exhibition, also available through Amazon.
Customer Review: Note: You're "helpful" votes are appreciated. One Mormon reader likes to automatically give my reviews negative votes because of my negative reviews of books on the Book of Mormon. Oh, well, and Thanks. Miller's book is a must for anyone interested in the cultures of ancient Mexico and Central... more info