Ruins and ruins x history is a treasure trove of romance! Memories engraved in the earth, stone, and sand are now resurrected. Why did the city perish, and why did it disappear? “Lost Ancient Cities: Memories Carved in History” will be released in

[Ruins and ruins combined with history is a treasure trove of romance! Memories engraved in the earth, stone, and sand are now resurrected.] Why did the city perish, and why did it disappear? “Lost Ancient Cities: Memories Carved in History” will be released in late November. ​
Kawade Shobo Shinsha Press release: October 30, 2025 To Members of the Press [“Ruins and ruins” combined with “history” is a treasure trove of romance! Memories engraved in the earth, stone, and sand are now resurrected.] Why did the city perish, and why did it disappear? “Lost Ancient Cities: Memories Engraved in History” will be released in late November. From the Orient, Africa, Europe, to the Middle East, this book traces the history of 37 cities that once thrived but then fell into ruin and were lost to the past.
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Kawade Shobo Shinsha Ltd. (Headquarters: Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Masaru Onodera) will release “Lost Ancient Cities: Memories Engraved in History” in late November 2025. What kind of city was it? Who lived there? Why did it fall?── For thousands of years, people have built numerous cities on this planet. From before the birth of civilization to the present, people have constructed and developed cities for a variety of purposes. While there are countless cities on Earth today, some once prosperous cities have, over the course of history, been destroyed by enemy nations, abandoned because they no longer served their purpose, buried under volcanic ash, or sunk into the sea. There are also countless cities for which not a single remains remain. However, even in such cities, people once came and went, living and working, and various human dramas unfolded. This book, “Lost Ancient Cities,” focuses on 37 ancient cities that have since been lost, providing an overview of each city and a detailed account of its history from birth to demise. Featuring numerous maps of each city and valuable remains and artifacts, the book describes how the city developed and the lives of its inhabitants. It also vividly describes why each city fell and how it declined. “Lost Ancient Cities: Memories of the Past Carved in History,” a visual book filled with historical mystery and romance, will be released in late November 2025. Please look forward to it. ■ Structure of this book The book features 37 maps and over 150 rare illustrations, and is divided into four major sections chronologically, introducing 37 cities. Part 1: The Oldest Cities──In Search of Humanity’s Earliest Cities with Remains Introducing cities that existed from around 7250 BC to around 800 AD. Nine cities are included, including Çatalhöyük, the world’s oldest city; Akkad, the capital of the empire and the cursed city; Tsoar, the site of the legend of Sodom and Gomorrah; and Phaistos, which disappeared along with the Minoan civilization. Part 2: From Troy to Rome – The Birth and Rapid Expansion of Empires in the Mediterranean World Introducing cities that existed from around 3000 BC to around 800 AD. There are 10 cities, including Troy, whose legend in the Iliad was true; Thonis, a port city that sank into the sea due to liquefaction; Sybaris, the city of dragons; and Persepolis, which was burned down because it was a political symbol. Part 3: Within the Roman Empire──Cities Founded and Lost During the Roman Era Introducing cities that existed between around 850 BC and AD 1100. There are 10 cities, including Cyrene, a center of learning and philosophy; Baiae, which was eventually destroyed by malaria; Stabiae, which was buried under volcanic ash and cinders; and Timgad, a city that was born from nothing. Part 4: The Edge of the Empire and Beyond – The End of the Roman Empire and New Cities Introducing cities that existed from around 1000 BC to 1923 AD. The eight cities include Palmyra, the Queen of the Desert, a city that is still being destroyed in the 21st century; Gerasa, the most perfectly preserved Greek and Roman city outside of mainland Italy; Beta Samati, the forgotten city of a forgotten empire; and Derinkuyu, a hidden city built as an underground city. ■Features of this book 1. The history of each city is revealed through historical documents and ruins. 2. The life of each city is vividly portrayed through text. 3. The reasons for their demise are examined and compared with the problems facing the world today. 4. Include maps of each city to enhance understanding of the surrounding area. ■From the main text Each city introduction begins with the city’s name, period of existence, and a map. The main text explains the city’s history, culture, and characteristics, including its rise and fall. The end of the text includes a description of the city’s current state.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/12754/1078/12754-1078-203c4f9d854cbee06690a49f8caa04ff-3900×2886.jpg From Part 2, “Troy.” Although mentioned in Homer’s Iliad, Troy was long considered a completely mythical and fictitious existence. Right) Photograph of the ruins of Troy.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/12754/1078/12754-1078-c217ead836bc2506009481b963660048-3496×2587.jpg From Part 4, “Palmyra.” Described by Pliny the Elder as “famous for its beautiful scenery, fertile soil, and abundant fresh water,” the city flourished as a trading center without assimilating to either Greece, Rome, or Persia. Left) Aerial view of the Palmyra Theater.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/12754/1078/12754-1078-29934f0f9b56463911601af4a4785631-3496×2587.jpg The book opens with a photograph of the Sphinx Gate in Hattusa, the Hittite capital of modern-day Turkey. This book also features many valuable photographs, each taking up a large double-page spread. Hattusa is discussed in more detail separately in Part 2. Image
URL: https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/12754/1078/12754-1078-bc4b45e0937aba67ea61df356404902c-3496×2587.jpg From Part 1, “Pavlopetri.” At the southern tip of Greece, off the Peloponnese Peninsula, lies the submerged city of Pavlopetri. It is said to have been submerged due to rising sea levels and repeated local earthquakes. Left) Photo of a diver swimming through the remains of a dwelling on the seabed. ■From the Table of Contents Introduction | Ghosts of the Past Part 1: The Oldest Cities Çatalhöyük / Skála Brei / Akkad / Pavlopetri / Zoar / Hattusa / Mardaman / Thebes / Phaistos Part 2: From Troy to Rome Troy / Thonis / Mycenae / Seleucia on the Tigris / Sybaris / Plataea / Taxila / Tigranocerta / Persepolis / Numantia Part 3: Within the Roman Empire Glanum / Falerii Novi / Cyrene / Tipasa / Baiae / Volubilis / Stabiae / Maiden Castle / Timgad / Antinopolis Part 4: The Edge of the Empire and Beyond Palmyra / Vartgirmes / Sarmizegetusa Regia / Gerasa / Venta Sirrum /
Dura-Europos / Beta Samati / Derinkuyu Epilogue References/Picture sources/Index ■About the Author and Translator Author: Philip Matyszak A world-renowned historian specializing in ancient Rome. He received his PhD in Roman History from St. John’s College, Oxford University. He has published numerous books. His Japanese translations include “Lost Ancient Civilizations,” “Ancient Rome Travel Guide,” “Daily Life in Ancient Rome,” “The Official Military Manual of the Ancient Roman Empire,” and “24 Hours in the Life of the Ancient Greeks.” Translator: Yasuhara Kazumi (Yasuhara Kazumi) Translator. Born in Kagoshima Prefecture. He graduated from the Department of Western History, Faculty of Letters, University of Tokyo. His translations include “B.C. 1177,” “This is the Last Time I’ll See It,” and the
“Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy” series. He has translated most of Matizak’s works that have been translated into Japanese, including “Lost Ancient Civilizations.” ■ Bibliographic information Book title:The Lost Ancient City Subtitle: Memories Engraved in History Author: Philip Matyszak Translator: Kazumi Yasuhara Specifications: B5 variant / hardcover / full color Number of pages: 288 First edition release date: Late November 2025 List price: 4,290 yen (3,900 yen) ISBN: 978-4-309-22925-6
https://www.kawade.co.jp/np/isbn/9784309229256/ Publisher: Kawade Shobo Shinsha
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/12754/1078/12754-1078-ba1b95f30ae3be96232764a476bbe1d9-1828×2650.jpg □Sister edition/Popularly published ‘Lost Ancient Civilizations: 40 Ethnic Groups Vanished into History’ Who were they? Using clear maps and numerous illustrations, this book unravels the mysteries of 40 lost ethnic groups that existed in the ancient Middle East,
Mediterranean region, and Europe but were lost to history in the shadow of great civilizations. Written by Philip Matyszak, translated by Kazumi Yasuhara Specifications: B5 format / hardcover / 288 pages First edition release date: June 27, 2024 Price: ¥3,960 (¥3,600 excluding tax) https://www.kawade.co.jp/np/isbn/9784309229225/
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