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SPQR: A History of Ancient Rome by Mary Beard (2016, Paperback, Main Edition)
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SPQR is a new look at Roman history from one of the world's foremost classicists. Beard succeeds triumphantly. full of insights and delights. SPQR is consistently enlivened by Beard's eye for detail and her excellent sense of humour.
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Ancient Rome matters. Its history of empire, conquest, cruelty and excess is something against which we still judge ourselves. Its myths and stories - from Romulus and Remus to the Rape of Lucretia - still strike a chord with us. And its debates about citizenship, security and the rights of the individual still influence our own debates on civil liberty today. SPQR is a new look at Roman history from one of the world's foremost classicists. It explores not only how Rome grew from an insignificant village in central Italy to a power that controlled territory from Spain to Syria, but also how the Romans thought about themselves and their achievements, and why they are still important to us. Covering 1,000 years of history, and casting fresh light on the basics of Roman culture from slavery to running water, as well as exploring democracy, migration, religious controversy, social mobility and exploitation in the larger context of the empire, this is a definitive history of ancient Rome. SPQR is the Romans' own abbreviation for their state: Senatus Populusque Romanus, 'the Senate and People of Rome'.Product Identifiers
PublisherProfile Books
ISBN-139781846683817
eBay Product ID (ePID)221111926
Product Key Features
Number of Pages608 Pages
Publication NameSpqr: a History of Ancient Rome
LanguageEnglish
SubjectHistory
Publication Year2016
TypeAcademic History
AuthorProfessor Mary Beard
FormatPaperback
Dimensions
Item Height198 mm
Item Weight526 g
Item Width129 mm
Additional Product Features
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited Kingdom
Title_AuthorProfessor Mary Beard
RegionEurope
CityLondon
SubjectsHistory & Military
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- 21 Aug, 2019
Mary Beard
From one the best inspirational historian,s out there. Great read, would of liked the book to be more in depth, But recommend.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 16 Mar, 2022
The title sums the contentire - the Senate & the people of Rome
So far......I'm still reading this one! Really enjoying this book, I'm a big fan of Mary Beards work. This is a book that could be utilised at school. Impressed, would recommend.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 09 Aug, 2018
A Modern Masterpiece!
There is Nothing I could say about this book that hasn't already been said, and by people so much more knowledgeable and learned than myself. What I Do know is that erudition and scholarship inform Every page of this beautifully written and completely engaging history of Rome. If you love History, you will love this book.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 28 May, 2024
Informative history of the Roman Empire written by Mary Beard. Will be another excellent read from an excellent and knowledgeable historian.
Informative history of the Roman Empire written by Mary Beard. Will be another excellent read from an excellent and knowledgeable historian.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 14 Apr, 2021
Mary Beard is a genius
This book is mighty indeed and thoroughly recommend it to all aficionados of ancient history. Riveting and compelling.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 16 Feb, 2017
Great item
Most informative and a good back up to the TV series. A must for those who are interested in the subject matter.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 08 Nov, 2017
Hail Mary Beard!
A really accessible interesting read. Pity it ends before the 'decline and fall' so to speak!Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 12 Jun, 2024
Great item at a great price. Thanks
Great item at a great price. ThanksVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 24 Apr, 2024
Excellent book
Excellent in scope, accessibility, interest - and written by Mary Beard!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 24 Jan, 2025
Good quality secondhand book....
Good quality secondhand book.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
