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Explore the long, looping story of Rome—from legendary origins to the fall of the empire—through a detailed historical and topographical lens.
This nonfiction volume presents a thorough account of Rome’s growth, daily life, monumental architecture, and changing power, grounded in classic sources and reinforced with maps and plans that bring the city’s seven hills and city blocks to life.
The work offers a clear, chronological panorama: the city’s early traditions, the Republic’s rise and fall, imperial Rome, and the later chapters of papal Rome. It weaves together political events, urban development, and the physical layout of the city to show how Rome grew into the center of the ancient world. Expect careful notes, cross‑references, and a structured layout that aids navigation of complex topics like walls, gates, fora, and sacred sites.- A detailed map‑level view of Rome’s topography, including the seven hills and surrounding landscape
- Guided sections on major urban features: walls, gates, fora, temples, and public buildings
- Chronological progression from foundation myths to the late empire, with historical context
- Clear signaling of sources and updates that illuminate historical interpretation
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a thorough examination of the history of the city of Rome, from its legendary founding by Romulus to the construction of the great city walls under Emperor Aurelian. The author's approach is comprehensive, beginning with the earliest traditions and continuing through the evolution of the city, discussing the role of its topographical features and monumental buildings. The book provides insight into the city's transformation from the small settlement on the Palatine Hill to the architectural marvel that has endured for centuries. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780282723699_0
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