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The Roman Games: historical sources in translation

By - Futrell, Alison
Floor - Floor 3
Published - Blackwell Pub., Malden, MA, ©2006
ISBN 10 - 1405115696
ISBN 13 - 9781405115698
Book Status - 1 Qnty Available with us.
Subject - Amphitheaters Rome , Games Rome History
Shelf No - 1
Call Number - 796.0937 FUT
Physical Description - xii, 253 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm
Notes - Includes Bibliographical References and Index.
Book Information
This sourcebook presents a wealth of material relating to every aspect of Roman spectacles, especially gladiatorial combat and chariot racing. Draws on the words of eye-witnesses and participants, as well as depictions of the games in mosaics and other works of art. Offers snapshots of “a day at the games” and “the life of a gladiator”. Includes numerous illustrations. Covers chariot-races, water pageants, naval battles and wild animal fights, as well as gladiatorial combat. Combines political, social, religious and archaeological perspectives. Facilitates an in-depth understanding of this important feature of ancient life.

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