This sourcebook presents a wealth of material relating to every aspect of Roman spectacles, especially gladiatorial combat and chariot racing.Draws on the words of eye-witnesses and participants, as well as depictions of the games in mosaics and other works of art.Offers snapshots of "a day at the games" and "the life of a gladiator".Includes numerous illustrations.Covers chariot-races, water pageants, naval battles and wild animal fights, as well as gladiatorial combat.Combines political, social, religious and archaeological perspectives.Facilitates an in-depth understanding of this important feature of ancient life.
Voices from a Forgotten Letter: Poems on the Syrian Civil War explores the Syrian Civil War from the perspectives of civilians, Unique in the war canon because of its focus on civilians, this book will give you a perspective of war you have never seen before. The civilians range from the young to the old, from the educated to the working class, from refugees to the wives of sol...
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