The Day Commodus Killed a Rhino

Understanding the Roman Games

Autor*innen

• Jerry Toner

Parameter

• 144 Seiten
• 6 Lesestunden

• Altertum
• Geschichte
• Sachliteratur

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Exploring themes of personal honor and manly vigor, this work delves into the significance of games in Roman culture. It highlights how these events served as a narrative device for the Romans, reflecting their values and ideals. Through sophisticated craftsmanship, the games became a means for the Romans to construct and celebrate their identity, illustrating the interplay between sport and societal values in ancient Rome.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2015
• Einband: Hardcover