Göttingen, Vandenhoek u. Ruprecht 1804-12.
8vo. In 3 uniform contemporary half calf binding with gilt lettering to spines. Light wear to extremities and with occasional brownspotting throughout. (2), XX, 995, (1) + 3 folded plates; (2), VI, 754 + 1 folded map; (2), X, 522 pp. + 1 folded map.
Second enlarged edition of Heeren’s important work on the interconnected domains of politics, transportation, and commerce in the ancient East. Through historical analysis and philosophical inquiry, Heeren provides a comprehensive understanding of the impact of political systems on trade and transportation networks. Kress S. 6022
Order-nr.: 60420