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Ancient Rome on Five Denarii a Day Philip Matyszak

Ancient Rome on Five Denarii a Day By Philip Matyszak

Ancient Rome on Five Denarii a Day by Philip Matyszak

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Summary

A unique combination of travel guide and popular history that takes the reader on a vivid journey to the Rome of the Caesars.

Ancient Rome on Five Denarii a Day Summary

Ancient Rome on Five Denarii a Day by Philip Matyszak

Here is an informative and entertaining guide to everything that any tourist needs for a journey back in time to ancient Rome in AD 200. You need only pack your imagination and a toothbrush - this guide provides the rest, describing all the best places to stay and shop, what to do, and what to avoid. Brought to life with wonderful computergenerated reconstructions of ancient Rome, this highly original, witty book will appeal to tourists, armchair travellers and history buffs.

Ancient Rome on Five Denarii a Day Reviews

'An excellent introduction to Roman life' - Times Literary Supplement
'The ultimate in-joke book for classicist travellers' - Sunday Times
'Brings the ancient city back to life' - Mail on Sunday
'Altogether rather a magical book' - Minerva
'A skilful combination of light-hearted fun and impressive research, you'll find yourself entertained and educated at the same time' - Family Tree
'Great to dip in and out' - Of Beauty and Nothingness
'Ingenious ... good fun!' - This England

About Philip Matyszak

Philip Matyszak has a doctorate in Roman history from St John's College, Oxford. He 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.

Table of Contents

1. Getting There: Puteoli, Hitting the Road * 2. The Environs of Rome:Villas, Aqueducts, Necropolises, The Pomerium, Walls and Gates * 3. Settling In - Where to Stay: The Seven Hills, Types of Accommodation, Sanitary Facilities, Medical Emergencies, What to Wear, Food) * 4. Out and About: Dining Out, Meeting People, Roman Names, The Social Order, Slaves, Family * 5. Shopping: Where to Shop, Changing Money, What to Buy, Aediles * 6. Law and Order: Praetorians, Urban Cohorts, Vigiles, Law Courts, Prison, Punishment * 7. Entertainment: Colosseum, Circus Maximus, Theatre, Brothels * 8. Religion: Temples to Visit, Religious Festivals * 9. Must-See Sites: The Forum of the Romans, The Arch of Titus, The Imperial Forums, The Forum of Augustus, Later Forums, Triumphal Columns, The Tomb of St Peter, The Baths * 10. Roman Walks: The Palatine, Along the Tiber, The Campus Martius

Additional information

GOR009275129
9780500293768
0500293767
Ancient Rome on Five Denarii a Day by Philip Matyszak
Philip Matyszak
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Thames & Hudson Ltd
20180322
144
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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