Books by Sian Lewis

Greek Tyranny (Bristol Phoenix Press - Greece and Rome Live)

by Sian Lewis

The tyrants of Greece are some of the most colourful figures in antiquity, notorious for their luxury, excess and violence, and provoking heated debates among political thinkers. Greek Tyranny examines the phenomenon of autocratic rule outside the law in archaic and classical Greece, offering a new interpretation of the nature of tyranny. The development of tyrannical government is examined in theory and in practice, embracing lesser-known rulers such as the tagoi of Thessaly and the Hecatomnids of Halicarnassus, as well as canonical figures like the Pisistratid rulers of Athens and the Dionysii at Syracuse. The book considers the different forms which sole rulership took – the violent usurper, the appointed magistrate, the general and the Hellenistic king – and the responses which tyranny evoked, both from the citizens of the polis and from intellectuals such as Plato and Aristotle. Lewis replaces the longstanding theory of an ‘age of tyranny’ in Greece with powerful new arguments, suggesting tyranny was a positive choice for many Greek states.

Lonely Planet Best Day Hikes Great Britain

by Sian Lewis, Beth Pipe

Stretch your legs away from the city with Lonely Planet's Best Day Hikes Great Britain and discover 60 easy escapes into nature with maps and directions.

Lace up your hiking boots and experience the freedom of the great outdoors with trails that range from a couple of hours to a full day. Reach Kinder Scout, the Peak District's highest point, for stunning views of the wild surrounding countryside; discover ancient fossils, grassy cliffs and fishing villages along Yorkshire's coastline; and find the perfect beer garden pit-stop on an all-day Dartmoor stomp.

InsideLonely Planet's Best Day Hikes Great Britain:

• Discover 60 escapes into nature on foot that range from a few hours to a full day adventure
• Each hike features easy-to-use maps, detailed directions, difficulty rating (easy, moderate, hard), distance, terrain, start and end points, where to take a break and hiking tips
• Regional profiles provide an overview of the area, local transport, unmissable calendar events, where to stay and the best hikes to complete
• 'Also try' recommendations introduce additional hikes nearby
• 'Our Picks' section highlights the best: hikes to a pub, bodies of water and mountain hike experiences
• Local travel experts share their favorite hikes
• Essential 'Toolkit' on arriving, getting around, accommodation, hiking etiquette, health and safety, responsible travel and more
• Covers: Cumbria & the Lakes; Devon & Cornwall; Southwest England; Northern England; Central England; Southeast & East England; London; Scotland; Wales

Set out on foot with Lonely Planet's Best Day Hikes Great Britain and explore the breathtaking landscapes of this very special part of the world.