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The Roman poet Statius called the via Appia the Queen of Roads, and for nearly a thousand years that description held true, as countless travelers trod its path from the center of Rome to the heel of Italy. Today, the road is all but gone, destroyed by time, neglect, and the incursions of modernity; to travel the Appian Way today is to be a seeker, and to walk in the footsteps of ghosts.
Our guide to those ghostsand the layers of history they representis...
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In Ancient Rome, all the best stories have one thing in common: murder. Romulus killed Remus to found the city. Caesar was assassinated to save the Republic. Caligula was butchered in the theater, Claudius was poisoned at dinner, and Galba was beheaded in the Forum. In one 50-year period, 26 emperors were murdered. But what did killing mean in a city where gladiators fought to the death to sate a crowd? In A Fatal Thing Happened on the Way to the...
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One of the most important historical records from classical antiquity, "The Annals of Imperial Rome" chronicles the history of the Roman Empire from the reign of Tiberius beginning in 14 AD to the end of the reign of Nero in 68 AD. Written by Cornelius Tacitus, a Roman Senator during the second century AD, it is a detailed first-hand account of the early Roman Empire and an important source for a modern understanding of that time. It is believed that...
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"Anexotic and instructive tale, told with life, learning and just the right measure of laughter on every page. O'Donnell combines a historian's mastery of substance with a born storyteller's sense of style to create a magnificent work of art." - Madeleine K. Albright, former U.S. Secretary of State
The dream Alexander the Great and Julius Caesar shared of uniting Europe, the Medi-terranean, and the Middle East in a single community shuddered and...
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Each chapter could include in-depth analyses of key historical events, biographical sketches of prominent figures, and discussions of the cultural and societal changes that occurred during these periods of crisis and renewal. The book aims to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of the dynamic and transformative moments in ancient Roman history.
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This detailed history of Rome covers from the earliest times (including the foundation of the city) to the establishment of the Empire, and has been specially formatted for today's e-book readers. Featuring many illustrations, including coins, buildings, busts and more, this excellent book is one of the most well respected within the classical civilisation field. Subject matters covered include politics, architecture, day-to-day life and much more....
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Each chapter could include case studies, primary source excerpts, and archaeological findings to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of the complexities and dynamics of slavery in ancient Rome. The book aims to shed light on the multifaceted nature of slavery and its far-reaching implications on Roman society and history.
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Each chapter could include insights from contemporary writings, archaeological discoveries, and reconstructions of urban spaces to provide readers with a vivid and comprehensive understanding of urban life in ancient Rome. The book aims to capture the diversity, complexity, and dynamism of Roman cities.
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Why does Rome continue to exert a hold on our imagination? How did the "Caput mundi" come to play such a critical role in the development of Western civilization? Ferdinand Addis addresses these questions by tracing the history of the "Eternal City" told through the dramatic key moments in its history: from the mythic founding of Rome in 753 BC, via such landmarks as the murder of Caesar in 44 BC, the coronation of Charlemagne in AD 800 and the reinvention...
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"The Histories" is a Roman historical chronicle and it covers the Year of Four Emperors following the downfall of Nero in 68 AD, a year in the history of the Roman Empire in which four emperors ruled in succession: Galba, Otho, Vitellius, and Vespasian. The mode of their accession showed that because imperial power was based on the support of the legions, an emperor could now be chosen not only at Rome, but anywhere in the empire where sufficient...
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"Winner of the Pol Roger Duff Cooper Prize" "Winner of the PROSE Award in European History, Association of American Publishers" "Shortlisted for the Wolfson History Prize, Wolfson Foundation" "Shortlisted for the London Hellenic Prize, The Hellenic Centre" "Longlisted for the Cundill History Prize, McGill University" Judith Herrin is professor emeritus in the Department of Classics at King's College London. Her books include Byzantium: The Surprising...
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Get ready to immerse yourself in centuries of history!Discover Rome's past and its tremendous legacy of beauty, churches, museums, and spectacular monuments with this comprehensive guide for cultured travelers. Learn the story behind such world-famous landmarks asThe ColosseumThe Roman ForumThe PantheonThe Trevi FountainThe Spanish StepsSaint Peter's BasilicaThe Circus MaximusAnd many more.Please note that this is a historical guide. It does not include...
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Découvrez enfin tout ce qu'il faut savoir sur Pompéi et l'éruption du Vésuve en moins d'une heure!
24 août 79. Pompéi, ville de plaisance nichée sur les pentes du Vésuve, est prise au dépourvu par une éruption volcanique qui restera dans les annales comme l'une des plus terribles de tous les temps. Alors qu'une pluie de cendres et de lapilli s'abat sur la ville, ses habitants, terrifiés, tentent de fuir. Or, pour la plupart, il est déjà...
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Vir in Via is a travel guidebook to the modern city of Rome - but with an ancient twist: it brings together a contemporary city walking guide with a traditional archaeological survey. Whether exploring Italy's vibrant capital or delving into its past is your thing, this rich book will prove both useful and fascinating.
Detailed itineraries escort us around familiar tourist tracks and lesser-known areas of Rome while imagining that we are accompanied...
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So much to read, so little time? This brief overview of SPQR tells you what you need to know-before or after you read Mary Beard's book. This short summary and analysis of SPQR: A History of Ancient Rome by Mary Beard includes: Historical context, chapter-by-chapter summaries, detailed timeline of key events, profiles of the main characters, important quotes, fascinating trivia, a glossary of terms, and supporting material to enhance your understanding...
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Este libro es una guía práctica y accesible para saber más sobre Pompeya y el Vesubio, que le aportará la información esencial y le permitirá ganar tiempo.
En tan solo 50 minutos, usted podrá:
• Descubrir cómo sucedió la catástrofe de Pompeya y cómo era la vida de la ciudad antes de la erupción, además del contexto en el que se enmarca ésta
• Identificar a los principales personajes relacionados con la tragedia, ya sea porque...
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Keen to learn but short on time? Get to grips with the events of the eruption of Vesuvius in next to no time with this concise guide.
50Minutes.com provides a clear and engaging analysis of the eruption of Vesuvius. In the year 79, Pompeii was a lively resort town located on the slopes of Mount Vesuvius. Little did its residents know, the city was about to be struck by a natural disaster that would erase the city from the map forever. Remembered...
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A collection of 15 guided walking tours of the ancient Latin descriptions found throughout Rome.
Rome's oldest known Latin inscription dates from the sixth-century BC; the most recent major specimen was mounted in 2006, a span of more than two and a half millennia. Remarkably, many of these inscriptions are still to be found in Situ, on the walls, gates, temples, obelisks, bridges, fountains, and churches of the city. Classicist, Tyler Lansford has...
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