This comprehensive yet readable book about Roman history gives the reader a fascinating journey from prehistoric Italy to the dissolution of the Roman Empire in A.D. 600. Centered around a traditional political and military narrative, it presents in-depth coverage of Roman social, economic, and cross-cultural developments, providing a reader of a greater understanding of the people, places, and events that shaped the great Roman empire. KEY TOPICS: This comprehensive book covers such topics as the foundations of early Rome and Italy; the Phoenicians, Etruscans and Greeks in pre-Roman Italy, early Rome to 500 B.C.; early Roman society, religion, and values; the rise of the Roman Republic; the Roman Conquest of Italy; the late Republic; the rise of Caesar; the early Roman empire; the impact of Augustus on Roman life; Tiberius and Caligula; Claudius, Nero, and the Julio-Claudians; the Flavians; crisis and change in the third and fourth centuries A.D.; Constantine and Christianity; and the Church and its legacy. MARKET: For anyone interested in a comprehensive book on the history of the Roman people, from prehistory through 600 A.D.

A History of the Roman People

History

Ward, Allen M.

Heichelheim, Fritz

Americas

Routledge

Extensively revised, this survey of Roman history takes readers on a fascinating journey from prehistoric Italy to the death of Justinian (565 A.D.). Centered around a traditional political and military narrative core, it presents in-depth coverage of social, economic, and cultural developments, making continual references throughout of supporting evidence and providing up-to-date explanations based on the evidence and current scholarship.Considers new archaeological evidence, advances in historical demography, and recently excavated and restudied artifacts to shed new light on our understanding of the origins and early development of Rome. Provides source analyses at the beginning of all major chronological periods, constant cross-references to other relevant pages, and chronological reminders to keep readers oriented. Rewrites sections on the Regal, early Republican, and late Imperial periods to incorporate latest research and provide more social and cultural history, with major sections added on women and the growth and impact of Christianity. Also includes additional, upgraded maps throughout. For historians.

Heichelheim, Fritz M.

Yeo, Cedric A.

Ancient Civilizations

Taylor&Francis

The Fifth Edition of A History of the Roman People continues to provide a comprehensive analytical survey of Roman history from its prehistoric roots in Italy and the wider Mediterranean world to the dissolution of the Roman Empire in Late Antiquity in A.D. 600. Clearly organized and highly readable, the text's narrative of major political and military events provides a chronological and conceptual framework for the social, economic, and cultural developments of the periods covered. Major topics are treated separately so that students can easily grasp key concepts and ideas.

A History of the Roman People (5th Edition)

Pearson Higher Education

-- 
 A History of the Roman People continues to provide a comprehensive analytical survey of Roman history from its prehistoric roots in Italy and the wider Mediterranean world to the dissolution of the Roman Empire in Late Antiquity ca. A.D. 600. Clearly organized and highly readable, the text's narrative of major political and military events provides a chronological and conceptual framework for chapters on social, economic, and cultural developments of the periods covered. Major topics are treated separately so that students can easily grasp key concepts and ideas. <ul>
<li> New research and scholarship has been incorporated throughout. </li>
<li> The chapters on the Etruscans and on Rome before the Republic have taken into account new archaeological material and research. </li>
<li> New research on the Roman family and the role of women is included. </li>
<li> New research on military history is included.Chapters on the Julio-Claudian, Flavian, and Antonine periods have been updated. </li>
<li> The chapters on Diocletian, Constantine, and the Christian Empire have received a clearer presentation of dynastic complexities. </li>
<li> Sections on religious changes and divisive theological issues have been updated and clarified. </li>
<li> Chapter summaries and overviews have been expanded or added. </li> </ul>

A History of the Roman People (6th Edition)

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--  A History of the Roman People continues to provide a comprehensive analytical survey of Roman history from its prehistoric roots in Italy and the wider Mediterranean world to the dissolution of the Roman Empire in Late Antiquity ca. A.D. 600. Clearly organized and highly readable, the text's narrative of major political and military events provides a chronological and conceptual framework for chapters on social, economic, and cultural developments of the periods covered. Major topics are treated separately so that students can easily grasp key concepts and ideas.       New research and scholarship has been incorporated throughout.   The chapters on the Etruscans and on Rome before the Republic have taken into account new archaeological material and research.   New research on the Roman family and the role of women is included.  New research on military history is included.Chapters on the Julio-Claudian, Flavian, and Antonine periods have been updated.   The chapters on Diocletian, Constantine, and the Christian Empire have received a clearer presentation of dynastic complexities.   Sections on religious changes and divisive theological issues have been updated and clarified.  Chapter summaries and overviews have been expanded or added.

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MacMullen, Ramsay, Raaflaub, Kurt A., Ward, Allen M., Burstein, Stanley Mayer

MacMULLEN, Ramsay

Raaflaub, Kurt A.

Regina Books

A History of the Roman People provides a comprehensive analytical survey of Roman history from its prehistoric roots in Italy and the wider Mediterranean world to the dissolution of the Roman Empire in Late Antiquity ca. A.D. 600. Clearly organized and highly readable, the text's narrative of major political and military events provides a chronological and conceptual framework for chapters on social, economic, and cultural developments of the periods covered. Major topics are treated separately so that students can easily grasp key concepts and ideas.

History of the Roman People

A History of the Roman People offers students a comprehensive, up-to-date, readable introduction to the whole span of Roman history. Richly illustrated, this fully updated volume takes readers through the mists of Roman prehistory and a survey of the peoples of pre-Roman Italy to a balanced, thoughtful account of the complexities of the Roman Republic, its evolution into a full-fledged empire, and its ultimate decline. This latest edition enhances the political narrative with explorations of elements of daily life in the Roman world. New features in this edition include: <ul>
<li>Addition of boxes that expand on interesting elements of Roman culture mentioned only in passing in the main text. The visual arrangement of the text helps students bear in mind what is supplemental to the central narrative</li> <li>Increased emphasis on the contributions of women to Roman society and in religious matters</li> <li>Incorporation of recent archaeological finds and current debates</li> </ul>
A History of the Roman People is an excellent introduction for those with no background in Roman history. Its clear, accessible language makes it perfect for undergraduate readers in courses on Roman history and Roman culture. More experienced students wanting to expand their knowledge will also find it a rich resource for the full sweep of Roman antiquity.

Schultz, Celia E.

Heichelheim, F. M.

Yeo, C. A.

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