Networks in the Ancient Mediterranean

How useful is the concept of "network" for historical studies and the ancient world in particular? Using theoretical models of social network analysis, this book attempts to throw some light on aspects of the economic, social, religious, and political history of the ancient Greek and Roman worlds. The book moves beyond political institutions, ethnic, and geographical boundaries in order to observe the ancient Mediterranean through a perspective of network interaction. It employs a wide range of approaches, and aims to examine relationships and interactions among various social entities in the Mediterranean. Chronologically, the book extends from the early Iron Age to the late Antique world, covering the Mediterranean between Antioch in the east to Massalia (Marseilles) in the west. Following a conference in Rethymno, Crete (2006), this volume brings together some of the most active and prominent researchers in ancient history.Malkin, Irad is the author of 'Networks in the Ancient Mediterranean' with ISBN 9780415459891 and ISBN 0415459893.