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Ancient Rome: Infographics
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A unique re-interpretation of the city of ancient Rome and its empire, using the tools offered by the latest information technology and graphic design. Packed with cleverly designed graphics, charts and diagrams, Ancient Rome: Infographics uses data visualization to tell the epic tale of the city...
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Description
A unique re-interpretation of the city of ancient Rome and its empire, using the tools offered by the latest information technology and graphic design.
Packed with cleverly designed graphics, charts and diagrams, Ancient Rome: Infographics uses data visualization to tell the epic tale of the city of Rome and its empire. Every aspect of the Roman world is explored, from the birth of the Republic to the imperial dynasties, from the political and legal system to Rome's military might. Drawing on international sources, this complex history is made clear and comprehensible to modern readers, while offering the insights and rigour that historians demand.
Original, accessible and fascinating, Ancient Rome: Infographics will delight history buffs, graphic design aficionados, and everyone seeking an overview of a civilisation that shaped the world.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780500299036
Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 29 January 2026
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Thames & Hudson Ltd
Illustration: Illustrated throughout
Contributors:
- Foreword by Philip Matyszak
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 235.0mm
Height: 295.0mm
Weight: 680g
Pages: 128
About the Author
Nicolas Guillerat is a data designer and graphic artist, and the author of World War II: Infographics. John Scheid is Emeritus Professor at the Collège de France, and the author of An Introduction to Roman Religion, The Craft of Zeus and The Gods, the State and the Individual. Milan Melocco has a doctorate in history from the Sorbonne University. Philip Matyszak is the author of many books on classical civilization, including Chronicle of the Roman Republic, The Enemies of Rome, The Sons of Caesar, Ancient Rome on Five Denarii a Day, Ancient Athens on Five Drachmas a Day, Lives of the Romans (with Joanne Berry) and Legionary.
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Packed with cleverly designed graphics, charts, and diagrams, Ancient Rome: Infographics uses data visualisation to tell the epic tale of the city of Rome and its empire. Every aspect of the Roman world is explored, from the birth of the Republic to the imperial dynasties, and from the political and legal system to Rome's military might. Drawing on international sources,...Hardback$4899Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks
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Packed with cleverly designed graphics, charts, and diagrams, Ancient Rome: Infographics uses data visualisation to tell the epic tale of the city of Rome and its empire. Every aspect of the Roman world is explored, from the birth of the Republic to the imperial dynasties, and from the political and legal system to Rome's military might. Drawing on international sources,...Hardback$4899Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks
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