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| Handbook to Life in Ancient Rome |
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| by Lesley Adkins; Roy A. Adkins |
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| List of Illustrations | p. ix |
| History of the Legions | p. 52 |
| Numbering and Stations of Legions | p. 56 |
| Organization of Legions | p. 64 |
| Conditions of Service | p. 78 |
| Weapons and Equipment | p. 84 |
| Camps, Forts and Fortresses | p. 95 |
| 3 | Geography of the Roman World | p. 109 |
| Expansion and Contraction of the Roman World | p. 110 |
| 4 | Towns and Countryside | p. 139 |
| Architects and Surveyors | p. 162 |
| Building Techniques | p. 164 |
| Maps and Itineraries | p. 186 |
| Bridges and Tunnels | p. 196 |
| Ancient Literature and Authors | p. 231 |
| Religious Observance | p. 309 |
| Magic and Superstition | p. 326 |
| Religious Buildings | p. 327 |
| 8 | Economy and Industry | p. 339 |
| Prices and Inflation | p. 348 |
| Weights and Measures | p. 348 |
| Personal Relationships | p. 376 |
| Personal Appearance | p. 382 |
| Death and Afterlife | p. 393 |
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This handy reference provides full access to the 1,200 years of Roman rule from the 8th century B.C. to the 5th century A.D., including information that is hard to find and even harder to decipher. Clear, authoritative, and highly organized, Handbook to Life in Ancient Rome provides a uniquelook at a civilization whose art, literature, law, and engineering influenced the whole of Western Europe throughout the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, and beyond. The myriad topics covered include rulers; the legal and governmental system; architectural feats such as the famous Roman roads and aqueducts; the many Roman religions and festivals; the Roman system of personal names; contemporary poets and historians; even typical Roman leisure pursuits. Eachchapter includes an extensive bibliography, as well as more than 125 site-specific photographs and line drawings. Maps chart the expansion and contraction of the territory from the foundation city of Rome itself to the Byzantine Empire and the ultimate decline of the West. Combining both archaeological and historical evidence, the Handbook to Life in Ancient Rome is perfect for anyone interested in Roman history, the classics, or an overview of the amazing period in which the Romans ruled.
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Lesley and Roy A. Adkinsare both professional archaeologists. They have written numerous books together includingDictionary of Roman Religion, An Introduction to Archaeology, andHandbook to Life in Ancient Greece.
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YA‘Broadly thematic in its arrangement, this reference book covers a wide range of topics and myriad details of Roman life from 800 B.C.-A.D. 500. A detailed index provides easy and complete access to the contents, maps, illustrations, charts, and tables. The bibliography cites mostly British journals and publications. An ideal and readable resource for students of Roman history and the classics. (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
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Praise for the previous edition: ...succeeds in making an original contribution to this much-studied civilization...a welcome addition to any library's reference collection...recommended for all libraries.--American Reference Books Annual An ideal and readable resource for students of Roman history and the classics.--School Library Journal Explanations are clear and concise and present a wealth of information. High school students should especially find this a useful reference. Recommended for all public libraries.--Reference Book Review This is an excellent handbook...Recommended for general readers, undergraduates, and even for their teachers.--Choice Handbook to Life in Ancient Rome, Updated Edition provides full access to 1,200 years of Roman civilization from the eighth century BCE to the fifth century CE. Including information that is often hard to find and even harder to decipher, this volume presents comprehensive coverage of ancient Roman civilization in a way that is interesting to read and easy to understand. Organized thematically, nine chapters provide in-depth analysis of all aspects of Roman life. For this updated edition, the authors have reviewed, revised, and expanded the existing text as needed and added approximately 20 to 30 new illustrations. The bibliography has been significantly expanded and the maps redrawn. Clear, authoritative, and highly organized, Handbook to Life in Ancient Rome, Updated Edition provides a unique look at a society whose art, literature, law, and engineering have profoundly influenced the development and shape of Western civilization throughout the Middle Ages and the Renaissance and up to today. Coverage includes: The Republic and the Empire Military affairs and the geography of the Roman world Towns and countryside, travel and trade, economy and industry Literature and the arts Religion and everyday life. Excerpted from Handbook to Life in Ancient Rome by Lesley Adkins, Roy Adkins All rights reserved by the original copyright owners. Excerpts are provided for display purposes only and may not be reproduced, reprinted or distributed without the written permission of the publisher.
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