Rome the Cosmopolis (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780521030113)

Ancient Rome was a vast and varied metropolis. By coercion and seduction it attracted a population from every province of its empire, as well as foodstuffs, building materials and entertainment from all over the world. What impact did the possession of empire have on the city itself? How did its inhabitants, visitors and subjects comprehend its unique role? How did Rome stay Roman when it encompassed the world? This collection of essays seeks to explore key aspects of the relationship between Rome and its empire.

Author: Catharine Edwards
ISBN-10: 0521030110
ISBN-13: 9780521030113
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: English
Published: 11/02/2006
Pages: 268
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.84lbs
Size: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.56d