Category Archives: Graeco-Roman

Amphipolis Up-To-Date

Posted on December 11, 2014 by Thomas

Fascinating examination of an archaeological site. Amphipolis Tomb Timeline

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Tomb of Roxana

Posted on August 14, 2014 by Thomas

Here is an exciting archaeological discovery. Several years ago I outlined a book on Roxana I wanted to write, but put aside. This spurs me to pick that project back up and finish it. Greek tomb at Amphipolis is ‘important … Continue reading →

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The Reach of Ancient Rome

Posted on October 24, 2011 by Thomas

More proof from recent finds that Rome’s trading reach was more more extensive than many historians give them credit. I believe they explored and traded very far afield, worldwide. Each year archaeologists uncover more concrete proof of these trading networks. … Continue reading →

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Carpe Diem

Posted on August 19, 2010 by Thomas

Tu ne quaesieris—scire nefas—quem mihi, quem tibi finem di dederint, Leuconoë, nec Babylonios temptaris numeros. Ut melius, quicquid erit, pati! Seu plures hiemes, seu tribuit Iuppiter ultimam, quae nunc oppositis debilitat pumicibus mare Tyrhenum. Sapias, vina liques, et spatio brevi … Continue reading →

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