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Cyprus is a sweeping journey through the long and turbulent history of one of the Mediterranean's most strategically important islands. From its earliest Neolithic settlements to its role as a Bronze Age center of copper production and international trade, the book traces how geography, resources, and empire shaped the island's destiny across thousands of years.
The narrative explores Cyprus as a crossroads of civilizations, where Greeks, Phoenicians, Assyrians, Egyptians, Persians, Romans, Byzantines, Crusaders, Venetians, Ottomans, and British rulers each left their mark. It follows the rise of city-kingdoms, the spread of Hellenic culture, the arrival of Christianity, and the island's transformation under successive imperial powers.
Moving into the medieval and early modern eras, the book examines Cyprus as a contested prize between East and West, from Richard the Lionheart and the Lusignan kingdom to Venetian fortifications and Ottoman conquest. It also highlights the cultural, religious, and political layers that helped create the complex identity of the island and its people.
The modern chapters cover British colonial rule, the rise of nationalism, the struggle for union with Greece, the birth of the Republic of Cyprus, intercommunal conflict, and the events of 1974 that left the island divided. The book also considers the aftermath of division, including refugees, political negotiations, economic development, European Union membership, and ongoing reunification efforts.
Rich in historical scope, Cyprus presents the story of a resilient island shaped by conquest, trade, faith, culture, and conflict. It offers readers a clear and engaging overview of how a small Mediterranean island became a meeting point of civilizations and remains, to this day, a place where history continues to shape the future.
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Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. Cyprus is a sweeping journey through the long and turbulent history of one of the Mediterranean's most strategically important islands. From its earliest Neolithic settlements to its role as a Bronze Age center of copper production and international trade, the book traces how geography, resources, and empire shaped the island's destiny across thousands of years.The narrative explores Cyprus as a crossroads of civilizations, where Greeks, Phoenicians, Assyrians, Egyptians, Persians, Romans, Byzantines, Crusaders, Venetians, Ottomans, and British rulers each left their mark. It follows the rise of city-kingdoms, the spread of Hellenic culture, the arrival of Christianity, and the island's transformation under successive imperial powers.Moving into the medieval and early modern eras, the book examines Cyprus as a contested prize between East and West, from Richard the Lionheart and the Lusignan kingdom to Venetian fortifications and Ottoman conquest. It also highlights the cultural, religious, and political layers that helped create the complex identity of the island and its people.The modern chapters cover British colonial rule, the rise of nationalism, the struggle for union with Greece, the birth of the Republic of Cyprus, intercommunal conflict, and the events of 1974 that left the island divided. The book also considers the aftermath of division, including refugees, political negotiations, economic development, European Union membership, and ongoing reunification efforts.Rich in historical scope, Cyprus presents the story of a resilient island shaped by conquest, trade, faith, culture, and conflict. It offers readers a clear and engaging overview of how a small Mediterranean island became a meeting point of civilizations and remains, to this day, a place where history continues to shape the future. Cyprus is a sweeping journey through the long and turbulent history of one of the Mediterranean's most strategically important islands. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. N° de réf. du vendeur 9798256017330
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Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. Cyprus is a sweeping journey through the long and turbulent history of one of the Mediterranean's most strategically important islands. From its earliest Neolithic settlements to its role as a Bronze Age center of copper production and international trade, the book traces how geography, resources, and empire shaped the island's destiny across thousands of years.The narrative explores Cyprus as a crossroads of civilizations, where Greeks, Phoenicians, Assyrians, Egyptians, Persians, Romans, Byzantines, Crusaders, Venetians, Ottomans, and British rulers each left their mark. It follows the rise of city-kingdoms, the spread of Hellenic culture, the arrival of Christianity, and the island's transformation under successive imperial powers.Moving into the medieval and early modern eras, the book examines Cyprus as a contested prize between East and West, from Richard the Lionheart and the Lusignan kingdom to Venetian fortifications and Ottoman conquest. It also highlights the cultural, religious, and political layers that helped create the complex identity of the island and its people.The modern chapters cover British colonial rule, the rise of nationalism, the struggle for union with Greece, the birth of the Republic of Cyprus, intercommunal conflict, and the events of 1974 that left the island divided. The book also considers the aftermath of division, including refugees, political negotiations, economic development, European Union membership, and ongoing reunification efforts.Rich in historical scope, Cyprus presents the story of a resilient island shaped by conquest, trade, faith, culture, and conflict. It offers readers a clear and engaging overview of how a small Mediterranean island became a meeting point of civilizations and remains, to this day, a place where history continues to shape the future. Cyprus is a sweeping journey through the long and turbulent history of one of the Mediterranean's most strategically important islands. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. N° de réf. du vendeur 9798256017330
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Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. Cyprus is a sweeping journey through the long and turbulent history of one of the Mediterranean's most strategically important islands. From its earliest Neolithic settlements to its role as a Bronze Age center of copper production and international trade, the book traces how geography, resources, and empire shaped the island's destiny across thousands of years.The narrative explores Cyprus as a crossroads of civilizations, where Greeks, Phoenicians, Assyrians, Egyptians, Persians, Romans, Byzantines, Crusaders, Venetians, Ottomans, and British rulers each left their mark. It follows the rise of city-kingdoms, the spread of Hellenic culture, the arrival of Christianity, and the island's transformation under successive imperial powers.Moving into the medieval and early modern eras, the book examines Cyprus as a contested prize between East and West, from Richard the Lionheart and the Lusignan kingdom to Venetian fortifications and Ottoman conquest. It also highlights the cultural, religious, and political layers that helped create the complex identity of the island and its people.The modern chapters cover British colonial rule, the rise of nationalism, the struggle for union with Greece, the birth of the Republic of Cyprus, intercommunal conflict, and the events of 1974 that left the island divided. The book also considers the aftermath of division, including refugees, political negotiations, economic development, European Union membership, and ongoing reunification efforts.Rich in historical scope, Cyprus presents the story of a resilient island shaped by conquest, trade, faith, culture, and conflict. It offers readers a clear and engaging overview of how a small Mediterranean island became a meeting point of civilizations and remains, to this day, a place where history continues to shape the future. Cyprus is a sweeping journey through the long and turbulent history of one of the Mediterranean's most strategically important islands. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. N° de réf. du vendeur 9798256017330
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