The Romans in the Age of Augustus
Understanding Roman Society and Culture Under Augustus
Format:Paperback
Publisher:John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Published:28th Jan '10
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This book offers an insightful look at Rome during Augustus's reign, blending recent scholarship with engaging narratives about society and culture.
In The Romans in the Age of Augustus, readers are presented with a captivating exploration of Rome during the reign of its first emperor, Augustus. This book integrates the latest research, providing a detailed account of the political, social, and cultural dynamics that defined this transformative era. The author, Andrew Lintott, draws upon a wealth of scholarship to illuminate the complexities of Roman life, making it an engaging read for both newcomers and those familiar with the subject.
The narrative is crafted in an accessible style, ensuring that even those with little prior knowledge of Roman history can easily grasp the material. Lintott's insights into the workings of society during this pivotal period are both compelling and enlightening. Readers will discover how Augustus’s leadership influenced various aspects of Roman life, from the military to religion, and how these elements intertwined to shape the identity of the Roman people.
Additionally, the book delves into the intellectual and cultural advancements that occurred under Augustus, highlighting the significance of this period in the broader context of Roman history. The Romans in the Age of Augustus serves as a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the foundations of Rome's imperial legacy and the enduring impact of Augustus's reign.
“The book is complemented by 19 figures and 5 maps. It quickly brings the reader into the world of Augustus in an engaging style.” (Near East Archaeological Society Bulletin, 1 December 2013)
"Highly recommended. General collections/public libraries." (Choice, 1 May 2011)"This aside, The Romans in the Age of Augustus presents a complex topic in an accessible format and would make a useful addition to courses on Roman history as well as to those that offer general surveys of the ancient world". (Bryn Mawr Classical Review, 18 May 2011)
"It is...a pleasure to report on The Romans in the age of Augustus (63 BC to AD 14) inBlackwell's excellent series ‘The Peoples of Europe'.This short overview, just under 170 pages long (plusendnotes, references and index), grew out of ANDREWLINTOTT's teaching at Oxford and the BritishSchool at Rome: it packs a tremendous amount ofinformation on the period with consummate ease." (Antiquity, December 2010)
ISBN: 9781405176545
Dimensions: 229mm x 152mm x 15mm
Weight: 318g
216 pages