The horse has played a vital part in the development of all major civilisations. In this book Ann Hyland recounts its role in the ancient world, concentrating on the Near and Middle East and adjacent territories by working from archaeological, literary, illustrative and historical sources. Scattered though references are, as the time-span from 2300 B.C. to 300 B.C. unfolds certain trends of continuity emerge, xxi, 210 pages, [20] pages of plates : illustrations, maps ; 25 cm. Foreword by Professor F. W. Walbank. An almost 'as new' copy - only defect - a prvious owner's name to the ffep. We ship Worldwide, use both Canada Post and the United States Postal Service, and offer postal charges based on our actual costs, without overcharging. This item weighs 541g unpacked. Canadian domestic postal rates rise with weight, size and distance; Rates to the USA calculated by weight alone as per the USPS. World rates are based on specific destination and weight. Online estimates by the Listing Site may not be correct and either additional, or reduced postage may be required, particularly for Canadian and Overseas shipments, but not usually to the USA. Questions? Explanations? Need an image! Please email.