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The Romans: From Village to Empire,New
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How did a single village community in the Italian peninsula eventually become one of the most powerful imperial powers the world has ever known? In The Romans: From Village to Empire, Mary T. Boatwright, Daniel Gargola, and Richard J.A. Talbert explore this question as they guide readers through a comprehensive sweep of Roman history, ranging from the prehistoric settlements to the age of Constantine.Vividly written and accessible, The Romans traces Rome's remarkable evolution from village, to monarchy, to republic, and eventually to oneman rule by an emperor whose power at its peak stretched from Scotland to Iraq and the Nile Valley. Firmly grounded in ancient literary and material sources, the book describes and analyzes major political and military landmarks, from the Punic Wars, to Caesar's conquest of Gaul and his crossing of the Rubicon, to the victory of Octavian over Mark Antony, and to Constantine's adoption of Christianity. It also introduces such captivating individuals as Hannibal, Mithridates, Pompey, Cicero, Cleopatra, Augustus, Livia, Nero, Marcus Aurelius, and Shapur. The authors cover issues that still confront modern states worldwide, including warfare, empire building, consensus forging, and political fragmentation. They also integrate glimpses of many aspects of everyday Roman life and perspectivesuch as the role of women, literature, entertainment, townplanning, portraiture, and religiondemonstrating how Rome's growth as a state is inseparable from its social and cultural development.Ideal for courses in Roman history and Roman civilization, The Romans is enhanced by almost 100 illustrations, more than 30 maps (most produced by the Ancient World Mapping Center), and 22 textual extracts that provide fascinating cultural observations made by ancient Romans themselves.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Romans: From Village to Empire'? A: 'The Romans: From Village to Empire' explores the transformation of a single village community in Italy into a powerful empire, detailing significant historical events and figures from Roman history.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Mary T. Boatwright, Daniel Gargola, and Richard J.A. Talbert, who provide a comprehensive analysis of Roman history.
- Q: What time periods does the book cover? A: 'The Romans' covers Roman history from prehistoric settlements through to the age of Constantine, including key political and military events.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic courses? A: Yes, 'The Romans' is ideal for courses in Roman history and civilization, offering in-depth insights and scholarly analysis.
- Q: What type of illustrations and maps does the book include? A: The book includes almost 100 illustrations and over 30 maps, many produced by the Ancient World Mapping Center, enhancing the reader's understanding of the text.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as being in 'Good' condition, indicating it is used but still functional and readable.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The available edition is the 'First Edition', published on February 26, 2004.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Romans' have? A: 'The Romans: From Village to Empire' contains a total of 544 pages, providing extensive coverage of its subject matter.
- Q: Does the book discuss the role of women in Roman society? A: Yes, the book integrates discussions about various aspects of everyday Roman life, including the roles and contributions of women.
- Q: What are some major historical events covered in the book? A: Major events discussed include the Punic Wars, Caesar's conquest of Gaul, the crossing of the Rubicon, and the rise of Constantine.