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The Life and Death of Ancient Cities: A Natural HistoryThe dramatic story of the rise and collapse of Europe's first great urban experiment The growth of cities around the world in the last two centuries is the greatest episode in our urban history, but it is not the first. Three thousand years ago most of the Mediterranean basin was a world of villages; a world without money or writing, without temples for the gods or palaces for the mighty. Over the centuries that followed, however, cities appeared in
The dramatic story of the rise and collapse of Europe's first great urban experiment The growth of cities around the world in the last two centuries is the greatest episode in our urban history, but it is not the first. Three thousand years ago most of the Mediterranean basin was a world of villages; a world without money or writing, without temples for the gods or palaces for the mighty. Over the centuries that followed, however, cities appeared in many places around the Inland Sea, built by Greeks and Romans, and also by Etruscans and Phoenicians, Tartessians and Lycians, and many others. Most were tiny by modern standards, but they were the building blocks of all the states and empires of antiquity. The greatest--Athens and Corinth, Syracuse and Marseilles, Alexandria and Ephesus, Persepolis and Carthage, Rome and Byzantium--became the powerhouses of successive ancient societies, not just political centers but also the places where ancient art and literatures were created and accumulated. And then, half way through the first millennium, most withered away, leaving behind ruins that have fascinated so many who came after. Based on the most recent historical and archaeological evidence, The Life and Death of Ancient Cities provides a sweeping narrative of one of the world's first great urban experiments, from Bronze Age origins to the demise of cities in late antiquity. Greg Woolf chronicles the history of the ancient Mediterranean city, against the background of wider patterns of human evolution, and of the unforgiving environment in which they were built. Richly illustrated, the book vividly brings to life the abandoned remains of our ancient urban ancestors and serves as a stark reminder of the fragility of even the mightiest of cities.Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Published: 07/01/2020
ISBN: 9780199946129
Pages: 528
Weight: 2.00lbs
Size: 9.30h x 6.40w x 1.70d
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Product doesn't work as advertised
This product does not provide enough wipes to remove more than the minimum amount of oxidation. The headlights were starting to yellow, so the oxidation was not severe. We followed the directions on the box to the letter and after using the wipes as directed were left with a sticky residue (which was left-over oxidation that the drying wipes could not remove). I am forced to purchase another box of the product in order to complete the job. I can't drive my car around with the tape protecting the body of the car on it, plus this is Florida so there would be bugs stuck in the tape and the sticky residue. A terrible product. Plus when I called them they said they would send me an email so I can tell them what the problem is and they would give it to their "research" staff to handle. I'm doing that and perhaps they will reimburse me for the second box I will have to get overnighted in order to finish the job.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2025
★★★★★ 5
Armor All Car Headlight Cleaner Wipes – Quick & Easy Clarity
The Armor All Car Headlight Cleaner Wipes are a convenient and effective solution for restoring foggy, yellowed, or hazy headlights without the need for complicated kits. These pre-moistened wipes make it super easy to wipe away oxidation and dirt, improving visibility and enhancing the car’s overall appearance.
✅ Pros:
Quick & Easy to Use: No need for additional tools or sanding.
Restores Clarity: Helps reduce haze and oxidation buildup.
Convenient Packaging: Portable and easy to store in the car.
No Harsh Chemicals or Strong Odors.
⚠️ Cons:
May Require Multiple Uses for Heavily Oxidized Headlights.
Not a Permanent Fix: Works best for maintenance but may not fully restore very cloudy headlights.
Can Leave a Slight Residue: Needs buffing for the best shine.
Final Verdict:
For a quick fix and easy maintenance, the Armor All Headlight Cleaner Wipes are a great go-to option. They work well for light oxidation and keeping headlights clear, but for severely foggy lights, a full restoration kit may be needed. Great for touch-ups and convenience
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Reviewed in the United States on February 23, 2025
★★★★★ 5
Foggy foggy to crystal clear in less than an hour!!! True story!
Pleasantly surprised at a)how easy this kit was to use, b) the results of the kit and I highly recommend this kit. Took my headlights from completely foggy to crystal clear as if they were brand new. Only took about 30 minutes with a little elbow grease. Great product at a great price!
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Reviewed in the United States on February 1, 2026
★★★★★ 2
If you buy it, buy 6 or 7,8 boxes
This is a great product! If you buy 6 to 7 kits! Making it very expensive!!! Once you get started, you can’t stop without buying more kits. It gets worse and worse using any other product. It last a good 8 to 12 month, if you use 7, 8, or 9 kits. It will work the crap out of you, wiping and wiping, scrubbing! Don’t even get started with it, they give you enough of the good stuff to work on a 2 year old car, showing zero signs of oxidation. I’m an Armor All fan! Armor All has the best interior cleaner, a good protectant, & many other good products.. but this product has cost me money and a lot of time. Not happy Armor All.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 6, 2025
★★★★★ 5
wow, ahead of the rest, easy to use
Style: Headlight Restore & Repel Kit
wow, i have used a lot of products for my cloudy headlight lens. this was the easiest and the best so far. on a dry clean headlight, open the foil envelope and get the wipe out, wipe the cloudy headlight and it really gets the job done, a yellow stain builds up on the wipe. one wipe for each headlight. wipe dry with microfiber, then spray the sealant and let it sit, just wipe any excess run off on the car body. poof, done! looks good. says it can last up to 18 months. not sure about that, but i will take what i have now. go nu finish, another solid product.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2026