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New York Times BestsellerA New York Times Notable BookNamed one of the Best Books of the Year by the Wall Street Journal, the Economist,Foreign Affairs, and Kirkus ReviewsFinalist for the National Book Critics Circle Award (Nonfiction)Shortlisted for the Cundill Prize in Historical LiteratureFinalist for the Los Angeles Times Book Prize (History)A San Francisco Chronicle Holiday Gift Guide SelectionA New York Times Book Review Editors Choice SelectionA sweeping, 'magisterial' history of the Roman Empire from one of our foremost classicists shows why Rome remains 'relevant to people many centuries later' (Atlantic).In SPQR, an instant classic, Mary Beard narrates the history of Rome 'with passion and without technical jargon' and demonstrates how 'a slightly shabby Iron Age village' rose to become the 'undisputed hegemon of the Mediterranean' (Wall Street Journal). Hailed by critics as animating 'the grand sweep and the intimate details that bring the distant past vividly to life' (Economist) in a way that makes 'your hair stand on end' (Christian Science Monitor) and spanning nearly a thousand years of history, this 'highly informative, highly readable' (Dallas Morning News) work examines not just how we think of ancient Rome but challenges the comfortable historical perspectives that have existed for centuries. With its nuanced attention to class, democratic struggles, and the lives of entire groups of people omitted from the historical narrative for centuries, SPQR will to shape our view of Roman history for decades to come. 100 illustrations; 16 pages of color; 5 maps
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'SPQR: A History of Ancient Rome'? A: 'SPQR: A History of Ancient Rome' explores the history of ancient Rome, detailing its rise from a small village to a dominant Mediterranean empire, while examining social structures and democratic struggles.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'SPQR: A History of Ancient Rome' is Mary Beard, a renowned classicist and scholar.
- Q: What are the notable accolades received by this book? A: 'SPQR' is a New York Times Bestseller, a National Book Critics Circle Award finalist, and has been recognized by several publications as one of the best books of the year.
- Q: How many pages does 'SPQR' contain? A: 'SPQR: A History of Ancient Rome' contains a total of 608 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'SPQR' is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'SPQR: A History of Ancient Rome' published? A: 'SPQR' was published on September 6, 2016.
- Q: Does this book include any illustrations? A: 'SPQR' features 100 illustrations, including 16 pages of color images and 5 maps.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers unfamiliar with Roman history? A: 'SPQR' is written in a clear and engaging style, making it suitable for readers with little or no prior knowledge of Roman history.
- Q: What themes does 'SPQR' address? A: 'SPQR' addresses themes of class, social struggles, and the inclusion of previously omitted groups in historical narratives.
- Q: Can this book be used as a reference for academic purposes? A: 'SPQR' is well-researched and could be a valuable reference for students and scholars interested in ancient history.