Description
Ancient Rome was a vast and varied metropolis. By coercion and seduction it attracted a population from every province of its empire, as well as foodstuffs, building materials and entertainment from all over the world. What impact did the possession of empire have on the city itself? How did its inhabitants, visitors and subjects comprehend its unique role? How did Rome stay Roman when it encompassed the world? This collection of essays seeks to explore key aspects of the relationship between Rome and its empire.
Book Details
Format
Paperback
Pages
268 pages
Language
English
Published
Nov 2, 2006
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Editions
2 editions
ISBN-10
0521030110
ISBN-13
9780521030113