Keith Hopkins

The Colosseum

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ISBN 13:
9781846684708
author:
Keith Hopkins
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Profile Books
language:
English
Publication Year:
2011
Pages:
224
Dimensions:
19.6 x 12.8 x 1.6 cm
Genre:
History, Ancient History & Civilisation, Rome, Classical history / classical civilisation, European history, Places & Peoples: Pictorial Works, History / Ancient / Rome, Ancient Rome, Ancient History
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£11.16

Description

The Colosseum is a monument to the brutal spectacle of warfare in Imperial Rome. This iconic arena, which once hosted 50,000 spectators, has a complex and fascinating history that spans centuries. From its construction to its use as a venue for gladiatorial games, the Colosseum has been a hub of entertainment and violence, with emperors staging events and critics weighing in on its merits. The story of the Colosseum is one of contrasts, with the arena's brutal past giving way to a range of alternative uses, including fort, store, church, and even glue factory. This book explores the Colosseum's history in depth, shedding light on the training of the gladiators, the audiences who watched the games, and the emperors who staged them. By examining the Colosseum's complex and often contradictory history, this book offers a unique insight into the complexities of Imperial Rome.

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