
Best of the Argonauts
by James J. Clauss
Title:
Best of the Argonauts
Author:
James J. Clauss
Series (if any):
Hellenistic Culture and Society
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
266 pages
Publisher:
University of California Press
ISBN-13:
9780520309425
EAN:
9780520309425
Publication Date:
28/05/2021
Classifications:
Literature: history and criticism
Weight (g):
524
Dimensions (mm):
174 x 445 x 18
Publication Country:
United Kingdom
Language:
English
Condition:
New
Description
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