Records of Civilization. Sources and Studies

Presents the translation of the Lotus Sutra as a major religious scripture based on scholarly study but written for the general reader. The version translated is that of Kumarajiva from about 400 AD.

Presents translations based on scolarly study but written for the general reader of twenty No plays as major contributions to Japanese traditions in thought and literature.

Presents a translation, with an introduction and notes, of the Saturnalia of Macrobus made from the text of Eyssenhardt's second edition.

Covers five years of the history of the Kamakura shogunate, which lasted one hundred and fifty years. Translates several chapters of an historical work covering these years.

Traces the origins of Chinese literature and the impact of nature by looking at Confucius, through the classics, poetry, and the relationship between music and poetry.

Presents the first of two volumes on the political philosophy of Marsilius of Padua and the vital part played by his treatise and his ideas.

Examines the historical writings of Odo of Deuil in reference to prince Louis VII of France during the Second Crusade. .

Proposes that the decline of the Roman power demonstrated God's government and judgment of human actions, since the sins of the Romans were such as had always been visited with instant punishment.

Serves as an introduction and guide to the study of written sources for the early history of Ireland. Treats the period prior to the Anglo-Norman invasion through A.D. 1170.

An introduction to the history of documenting history and historians. Beginning with early myths, and then looking at Jewish, Greek, Roman, and Christian historians.

Written as a guide to both original documents and criticism for the purpose of understanding Greek, and in broader terms, Western civilization. This volume covers the wide breadth of Hellenic history including; early colonization, government and politics, economics, criminal law, religion, and science. It also includes English translations, so students or readers may find the material more accessible.