Ancient History Magazine 60 (pre-order)

The ancient world was a dynamic place, constantly changing. Not only did different political regimes rise and fall, whether the kings of Rome or democracy in Athens, there were also many cultural, technological, and social advancements. Theme: Revolutions in antiquity Mark Altaweel, 'An urban revolution - Early cities in Mesopotamia'. Fernando Echeverría, 'A revolution in warfare? - Tracing the hoplite's origin'. Shaun Tougher, 'The last pagan - Julian's religious revolution'. The From Aleph to Alpha project, 'A revolution in writing - The spread of the alphabet'. Philip Davies, 'Agis, Cleomenes, and Lycurgus - A royal revolution in Sparta'. Features: Luana Parrinello, 'Phryne unveiled - Beauty on trial in ancient Athens'. Lindsay Powell, 'Tiberius slandered - Wrecking a fine reputation'. Dr Jerry Toner, 'From vice to violence - Roman crime and punishment'. Murray Dahm, 'Chevrons and zigzags - Movement in early Greek art'.