The Influence Of Wealth In Imperial Rome (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163242162)

""The Influence of Wealth in Imperial Rome"" by William Stearns Davis is a historical analysis of the role of wealth and its impact on Roman society during the imperial period. The book explores the ways in which wealth influenced politics, culture, and social norms in Rome, and how it shaped the lives of both the elite and common citizens. Davis examines the economic systems of Rome, including the role of slavery and the exploitation of resources, and how they contributed to the accumulation of wealth by the ruling class. He also delves into the cultural and social aspects of wealth, such as the lavish displays of wealth by the wealthy and the impact of this on the values of Roman society. The book draws on a variety of primary sources, including ancient Roman texts, inscriptions, and archaeological evidence, to provide a comprehensive and insightful analysis of the influence of wealth in imperial Rome. Overall, ""The Influence of Wealth in Imperial Rome"" is an essential read for anyone interested in Roman history, economics, and social dynamics.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: William Stearns Davis
ISBN-10: 1163242160
ISBN-13: 9781163242162
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 352
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.04lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.73d