The Roman Games

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Historical Sources in Translation

Series: Blackwell Sourcebooks in Ancient History

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The Roman Games offers an engaging exploration of the public spectacles in ancient Rome, examining the cultural significance and social dynamics of the events such as gladiatorial contests and chariot races. It highlights the political and economic motivations behind these games and how they reflect the complexities of Roman society. The book provides an insightful look at the ancient world's entertainment, revealing its impact on Roman identity and history.
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If you're fascinated by ancient Roman culture and enjoy exploring the intricacies of historical spectacles, you might find this book captivating. It delves into the elaborate and often brutal world of Roman entertainment and military celebrations, providing a detailed glimpse into the societal and political importance of these events. This book may appeal to those interested in understanding the traditions and daily life of ancient Rome through the lens of its grand public events.

The Roman Games

* A collection of source material relating to the rich tradition of Roman spectacle. * 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".

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This sourcebook presents a wealth of material relating to every aspect of Roman spectacles, especially gladiatorial combat and chariot racing.

The Roman Games draws on the words of eye-witnesses and participants, as well as depictions of the games in mosaics and other works of art.

It offers snapshots of "a day at the games" and "the life of a gladiator".

Includes numerous illustrations covering chariot-races, water pageants, naval battles, and wild animal fights, as well as gladiatorial combat.

This book combines political, social, religious, and archaeological perspectives, facilitating an in-depth understanding of this important feature of ancient life.

Series: Blackwell Sourcebooks in Ancient History

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The Roman Games is praised for its comprehensive collection of sources on Roman public spectacles. The commentary by Alison Futrell is noted as lucid and insightful, making it valuable for both students and scholars. The book provides a broad context for the Roman games and includes material relevant to life in and out of the amphitheatre, making it an invaluable resource for those interested in ancient Roman entertainment.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781405115698

Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 13 December 2005

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell

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Edited by Alison Futrell

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 173.0mm

Height: 246.0mm

Weight: 463g

Pages: 272

Collections

Ancient & Classical History European History History & Military Non-Fiction Series: Blackwell Sourcebooks in Ancient History

About the Author

Alison Futrell is Associate Professor of Roman History at the University of Arizona in Tucson and author of Blood in the Arena: The Spectacle of Roman Power (1997). Her current research interests are in representations of gender and power, both in the ancient past and in modern popular culture. Her recent projects include the cultural history of Spartacus and a monograph on Barbarian Queens.