Fletcher, Catherine
The Roads To Rome: A History
- ISBN 13:
- 9781847928030
- author:
- Fletcher, Catherine
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- The Bodley Head Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 400
- Dimensions:
- 24.2 x 16.1 x 3.5 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, Europe, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Brimming with life and drama, this history explores two thousand years of European history through one of the greatest imperial networks ever built. From the medieval proverb "All roads lead to Rome" to the modern-day routes that follow ancient paths, Catherine Fletcher reveals how these roads forever transformed cultures and intertwined fates across Europe and beyond.
Based on outstanding original research, this book brings to life the stories of people who walked, traded, and conquered along these routes. From pilgrims and crusaders to tourists and writers, the roads played a crucial role in shaping the history of our continent.
With its engaging narrative and rich historical detail, this book offers a fresh perspective on a fascinating period of European history.
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