Rare Antique Mikhail Rostovtzeff / Social & Economic History of the Hellenistic World (3 vol) [Hardcover] Mikhail [Michael] Rostovtzeff

Description

1953 edition. Includes all three volumes. Hardcovers have some moderate wear, scuffs and marks, and some small tears in the corners. Spines have some wear on the top and bottom. Pages are clean in books and bindings are secure.

This three-volume set by the renowned Russian-American historian Mikhail Rostovtzeff is a seminal work on the social and economic history of the Hellenistic world. Published in 1953, it remains a highly influential and widely cited study of the transformative period that followed the conquests of Alexander the Great. Rostovtzeff’s meticulous research and insightful analysis shed light on the complex interplay between Greek and Near Eastern cultures, the rise of new urban centers, and the development of trade networks that spanned the Mediterranean and beyond. His work not only illuminates the economic foundations of the Hellenistic kingdoms but also explores the social structures, religious practices, and intellectual currents that shaped this pivotal era. For collectors and scholars alike, this set offers a rare opportunity to delve into a groundbreaking work that has profoundly shaped our understanding of the ancient world.