Publication

2008 - ABC-CLIO, Santa Barbara, New York (State)

Language

English

Word Count

95,250 words, Guess

Page Count

381 pages

Physical Format

Electronic resource

Identifiers

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  • OverDriveB6A461AA-2F3B-4CF3-97D6-5E1BCFC6B623

Classifications

  • LCCDG77 .M4 2004

Description

The Romans: New Perspectives is the ideal starting point for investigating this extraordinary civilizationoits remarkable rise and decline, the scope of its power and wealth, the details of everyday life for its people, and its signature contributions to human culture (food, architecture, government, public works, art, and more).||The Romans takes readers from the establishment of the monarchy (circa 753 BCE) through the rise of the republic (circa 509 BCE), the imperial period, and ultimately to the fall of the empire and the coronation of the barbarian king Odoacer. It is an engaging account of current thinking on Roman life and culture informed by a number of dramatic recent discoveries. The book provides a coherent introduction to the field, while pointing the way toward further reading on specific topics and personalities.

Description

Presents an introduction to the history, society, and scholarship of ancient Roman civilization and examines their government, art and architecture, economy, and major events.

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Other Editions

  • The RomansElectronic resourceABC-CLIO2008

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