The Long Shadow of Antiquity

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SKU: 9781350083387
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What Have the Greeks and Romans Done for Us?

By Gregory S. Aldrete and Alicia Aldrete

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The Long Shadow of Antiquity offers a vivid exploration of how the classical world of ancient Greece and Rome continues to shape our lives today. Authors Gregory and Alicia Aldrete challenge the notion that 'ancient history' is irrelevant, demonstrating the enduring influence of classical civilisation on politics, law, literature, timekeeping, and everyday rituals such as dining, dressing, and exercising. The book also highlights parallels between current societal behaviours—such as political upheaval and celebrity culture—and their ancient counterparts, culminating in a compelling new final chapter.
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Ideal for readers curious about the impact of ancient civilisations on contemporary life, students new to classical studies, educators seeking to inspire interest in antiquity, and anyone wishing to understand how the ancient world still informs modern society.

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The Long Shadow of Antiquity is a vivid exploration of the many ways the classical world remains relevant today. This book offers a passionate justification for why we continue to read about and study the lives and works of the ancient Greeks and Romans.

Challenging the way the phrase 'That's just ancient history' is used to dismiss something as irrelevant, Gregory S. Aldrete and Alicia Aldrete demonstrate how much ancient Greece and Rome have influenced and shaped our world today, in both large and small ways. From the more commonly known influences on politics, law, literature, and timekeeping, to the everyday rituals and routines we take for granted when we exercise, dine, marry, and dress, we are heavily rooted in the ancient world.

Even the political upheaval, celebrity obsession, and the blurring of public and private boundaries seen in current news betray ancient characteristics—now brought to the fore in a new final chapter.

If you have ever wondered how far we still walk in the footsteps of the ancients, or wanted to understand how the study of the classical world can inform and explain our lives today, The Long Shadow of Antiquity is the book for you.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

This engaging and accessible book persuasively argues for the relevance of classical studies in modern times. Classics for All praises it as a perfect introduction, while Minerva commends its friendly tone and effective response to the iconic question, 'What have the Romans ever done for us?' The Journal of Classics Teaching highlights its interesting content, informative pace, and excellent bibliography for further research.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781350083387

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 February 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Bloomsbury Academic

Audience: Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 154.0mm

Height: 232.0mm

Weight: 640g

Pages: 424

Collections

Alicia Aldrete Ancient & Classical History Education & Reference Gregory S. Aldrete History & Archaeology History & Military Non-Fiction

About the Author

Gregory S. Aldrete is Professor of History and Humanistic Studies at the University of Wisconsin - Green Bay, USA. His publications include Daily Life in the Roman City (2008) and Floods of the Tiber in Ancient Rome (2007) and he is a popular author of video courses for The Teaching Company/The Great Courses. A course tying in with The Long Shadow of Antiquity is planned for 2019.

Alicia Aldrete has advanced degrees from Princeton and the University of Michigan. She is the co-author with Gregory of Reconstructing and Testing Ancient Linen Armor (2013).