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Of all aspects of Roman culture, the gladiatorial contests for which the Romans built their amphitheatres are at once the most fascinating and the most difficult for us to come to terms with. They have been seen variously as sacrifices to the gods or, at funerals, to the souls of the deceased; as a mechanism for introducing young Romans to the horrors of fighting; and as a direct substitute for warfare after the imposition of peace.In this original and authoritative study, Thomas Wiedemann argues that gladiators were part of the mythical struggle of order and civilisation against the forces of nature, barbarism and law breaking, representing the possibility of a return to new life from the point of death; that Christian Romans rejected gladiatorial games not on humanitarian grounds, but because they were a rival representation of a possible resurrection.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Emperors and Gladiators'? A: 'Emperors and Gladiators' primarily explores the significance and cultural implications of gladiatorial contests in ancient Rome, analyzing their role in society and mythology.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Emperors and Gladiators'? A: The book is authored by Thomas Wiedemann, who provides an authoritative study on the subject.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Emperors and Gladiators'? A: The book contains a total of 232 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Emperors and Gladiators' have? A: 'Emperors and Gladiators' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Emperors and Gladiators' published? A: 'Emperors and Gladiators' was published on June 1, 1995.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in 'Emperors and Gladiators'? A: Key themes include the representation of gladiators in Roman culture, the symbolism of death and resurrection, and the societal functions of gladiatorial games.
- Q: Is 'Emperors and Gladiators' suitable for academic studies? A: Yes, 'Emperors and Gladiators' is suitable for academic studies, particularly for those interested in Roman history and culture.
- Q: Does 'Emperors and Gladiators' include any illustrations or images? A: The book does not specify the inclusion of illustrations or images in its content.
- Q: What edition of 'Emperors and Gladiators' is available? A: 'Emperors and Gladiators' is available in its first edition.
- Q: Can I find 'Emperors and Gladiators' in digital format? A: The current information does not indicate if 'Emperors and Gladiators' is available in a digital format.