The Civilization of Rome

By Donald R. Dudley

Book Overview

The Civilization of Rome, written by Donald Reynolds Dudley, is a comprehensive historical account of the ancient Roman civilization. The book covers the period from the early days of Rome's founding to its eventual decline and fall. Dudley provides a detailed analysis of the political, social, economic, and cultural aspects of Roman society. He explores the development of the Roman Republic, the rise of the Roman Empire, and the various factors that contributed to its eventual collapse. The author also delves into the daily lives of the people of Rome, covering topics such as religion, family life, education, and entertainment. He examines the contributions of famous figures such as Julius Caesar, Augustus, and Constantine, as well as the impact of events such as the Punic Wars, the Roman conquest of Greece, and the spread of Christianity. Throughout the book, Dudley draws on a variety of primary sources, including ancient texts, inscriptions, and archaeological discoveries, to provide a rich and detailed portrait of Roman civilization. The Civilization of Rome is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient history, Roman culture, or the development of Western civilization.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work. This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Mass Market Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0451615646
• ISBN13: 9780451615640
• Release Date: November 1960
• Publisher: Signet Book
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.

Customer Reviews

A First-Rate History

History can be merely the dusty past, or it can be a fascinating insight into a different civilization. Dudley writes lucidly and gives a vivid picture of what Roman civilization was really like -- and, more important, why it was as it was, and how it became that way. His ability to make clear the development of a civilization is on a par with Kitto's in "The Greeks".