Download or read book Journeys in the Roman East written by Maren Niehoff and published by Mohr Siebeck. This book was released on 2017 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the Roman Empire, travelling was something of a central feature, facilitating commerce, pilgrimage, study abroad, tourism, and ethnographic explorations. The present volume investigates for the first time intellectual aspects of this phenomenon by giving equal attention to pagan, Jewish, and Christian perspectives. A team of experts from different fields argues that journeys helped construct cultural identities and negotiate between the local and the particular on the one hand, and wider imperial discourses on the other. A special point of interest is the question of how Rome engages the attention of intellectuals from the Greek East and offers new opportunities of self-fashioning. Pagans, Jews, and Christians shared similar experiences and constructed comparable identities in dialogue, sometimes polemical, with each other. Contributors: Knut Backhaus, Ewen Bowie, Janet Downie, Kendra Eshleman, Reinhard Feldmeier, Georgia Frank, Amit Gevaryahu, Catherine Hezser, Benjamin Isaac, Richard Kalmin, Sarit Kattan Gribetz, Yonatan Moss, Laura Nasrallah, Maren Niehoff, Jonathan Price, Ian Rutherford, Daniel Schwartz, Froma Zeitlin, Nicola Zwingmann

Download or read book The Journey of Theophanes written by John Matthews and published by Yale University Press. This book was released on 2006-01-01 with total page 262 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At the outset of the twentieth century, malaria was Italy's major public health problem. It was the cause of low productivity, poverty, and economic backwardness, while it also stunted literacy, limited political participation and undermined the army. In this book Frank Snowden recounts how Italy became the world centre for the development of malariology as a medical discipline and launched the first national campaign to eradicate the disease. Snowden traces the early advances, the setbacks of world wars and Fascist dictatorship and the final victory against malaria after World War II. He shows how the medical and teaching professions helped educate people in their own self-defence and in the process expanded trade unionism, women's consciousness and civil liberties. He also discusses the antimalarial effort under Mussolini's regime and reveals the shocking details of the German army's intentional release of malaria among Italian civilians - the first and only known example of bioterror in twentieth-century Europe. Comprehensive and enlightening, this history offers important lessons for today's global malaria emergency.

Download or read book The Epic Journey in Greek and Roman Literature written by Thomas Biggs and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2019-05-23 with total page 339 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From Homer to the moon, this volume explores the epic journey across space and time in the ancient world.

Download or read book Journey to the East written by Liam Matthew BROCKEY and published by Harvard University Press. This book was released on 2009-06-30 with total page 512 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It was one of the great encounters of world history: highly educated European priests confronting Chinese culture for the first time in the modern era. This “journey to the East” is explored by Brockey as he retraces the path of the Jesuit missionaries who sailed from Portugal to China.

Download or read book Rome and the Distant East written by Raoul McLaughlin and published by A&C Black. This book was released on 2010-07-08 with total page 262 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Studies the complex system of trade exchanges and commerce that profoundly changed Roman society.

Download or read book Travel in the Ancient World written by Lionel Casson and published by . This book was released on 1974 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Travel and Geography in the Roman Empire written by Colin Adams and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2012-12-06 with total page 267 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The remains of Roman roads are a powerful reminder of the travel and communications system that was needed to rule a vast and diverse empire. Yet few people have questioned just how the Romans - both military and civilians - travelled, or examined their geographical understanding in an era which offered a greatly increased potential for moving around, and a much bigger choice of destinations. This volume provides new perspectives on these issues, and some controversial arguments; for instance, that travel was not limited to the elite, and that maps as we know them did not exist in the empire. The military importance of transport and communication networks is also a focus, as is the imperial post system (cursus publicus), and the logistics and significance of transport in both conquest and administration. With more than forty photographs, maps and illustrations, this collection provides a new understanding of the role and importance of travel, and of the nature of geographical knowledge, in the Roman world,

Download or read book The Empire Stops Here written by Philip Parker and published by Random House. This book was released on 2010 with total page 690 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Roman Empire was the largest and most enduring of the ancient world. From its zenith under Augustus and Trajan in the first century AD to its decline and fall amidst the barbarian invasions of the fifth century, the Empire guarded and maintained a frontier that stretched for 5,000 kilometres, from Carlisle to Cologne, from Augsburg to Antioch, and from Aswan to the Atlantic. Far from being at the periphery of the Roman world, the frontier played a crucial role in making and breaking emperors, creating vibrant and astonishingly diverse societies along its course which pulsed with energy while the centre became enfeebled and sluggish. This remarkable new book traces the course of those frontiers, visiting all its astonishing sites, from Hadrian's Wall in the north of Britain to the desert cities of Palmyra and Leptis Magna. It tells the fascinating stories of the men and women who lived and fought along it, from Alaric the Goth, who descended from the Danube to sack Rome in 410, to Zenobia the desert queen, who almost snatched the entire eastern provinces from Rome in the third century. It is at their edges, in time and geographical extent, that societies reveal their true nature, constantly seeking to recreate and renew themselves. In this examination of the places that the mighty Roman Empire stopped expanding, Philip Parker reveals how and why the Empire endured for so long, as well as describing the rich and complex architectural and cultural legacy which it has bequeathed to us.

Download or read book The Roman Empire written by Chiara Hoffmann-Greco and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-10-07 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Step into the enthralling world of ancient Rome in this amazing text-only masterpiece. Unveil the epic tale of a civilization that rose from humble beginnings to become a dominating force that shaped the course of history for centuries. Delve into Rome's mythical foundation and the captivating stories of Romulus and Remus. Follow the transition from the Roman Republic to the grandeur of the Roman Empire under the shrewd leadership of Augustus. Discover the era of peace and prosperity that defined Roman society and culture. Navigate the intricate social hierarchy, from the influential patricians to the hardworking plebeians. Join the legions as they become masters of ancient warfare, conquering lands far and wide. Follow the construction of the marvels of Roman engineering, from the intricate road networks to the grand aqueducts. Stand in awe of the grandeur and blood-soaked history of the iconic Colosseum. Experience the lifecycle of a Roman, from birth to death, and the rituals and customs that accompanied each stage. Uncover the vital role of Roman slavery in sustaining the vast empire. Immerse yourself in the tales of heroes and gods that shaped the Roman worldview. Witness the captivating interactions between the Roman Empire and the enigmatic Cleopatra. Navigate the corridors of power and intrigue in the heart of Roman governance. Witness the empire in crisis and the challenges that threatened its very existence. Understand the impact of Diocletian's reforms and the division of the empire. Follow Constantine the Great's journey to becoming the first Christian Roman Emperor. Stand alongside Rome as it faces the relentless tide of barbarian invasions. Explore the Byzantine Empire and its enduring connection to Rome. Discover the remarkable figures who breathed life into the Byzantine Empire. Experience the transformative impact of Islam on the Eastern Roman Empire. Stand in the shadow of history as you witness the Fall of Constantinople, marking the end of an epoch. Grasp the profound influence of Roman law on contemporary jurisprudence. Journey through the world of Roman art and literature, where the works of Ovid and Virgil continue to inspire. Dive into the depths of Roman philosophy and the wisdom of Seneca to Marcus Aurelius. Revel in the world of gladiators and chariot races that captivated Roman audiences. Uncover the attire and trends that defined Roman fashion, from togas to tunics. Delight in the flavors of ancient Rome, from garum to honey cakes, in this culinary journey. Discover the quintessential Roman citizen through the lens of education and intellectual pursuit. Explore the profound and enduring impact of Rome on the Western world. Each page is a portal to a bygone era, and every chapter brings you closer to understanding the legacy that Rome has left imprinted on our world. Buy this book today and embark on an unforgettable journey through the annals of time with "The Roman Empire: A Journey Through History."

Download or read book The Roman Empire and the Silk Routes written by Raoul McLaughlin and published by Pen and Sword. This book was released on 2016-11-11 with total page 249 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A fascinating history of the intricate web of trade routes connecting ancient Rome to Eastern civilizations, including its powerful rival, the Han Empire. The Roman Empire and the Silk Routes investigates the trade routes between Rome and the powerful empires of inner Asia, including the Parthian Empire of ancient Persia, and the Kushan Empire which seized power in Bactria (Afghanistan), laying claim to the Indus Kingdoms. Further chapters examine the development of Palmyra as a leading caravan city on the edge of Roman Syria. Raoul McLaughlin also delves deeply into Rome’s trade ventures through the Tarim territories, which led its merchants to the Han Empire of ancient China. Having established a system of Central Asian trade routes known as the Silk Road, the Han carried eastern products as far as Persia and the frontiers of the Roman Empire. Though they were matched in scale, the Han surpassed its European rival in military technology. The first book to address these subjects in a single comprehensive study, The Roman Empire and the Silk Routes explores Rome’s impact on the ancient world economy and reveals what the Chinese and Romans knew about their rival Empires.

Download or read book Travel in the First Century After Christ with Special Reference to Asia Minor written by Caroline Skeel and published by Theclassics.Us. This book was released on 2013-09 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can usually download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1901 edition. Excerpt: ... CHAPTER VI. EFFECTS OF COMMUNICATION. Con-In conclusion two questions need some answer: --c uswn. What effects had this system of intercourse on government, commerce, and social life? and Why did it fail to last? To give a complete answer would be to write a history of the Roman Empire or rather of European civilization to the present day. Yet each student may work out some fragment of the truth. From the point of view of government, we may say that the Roman system of communication by sea, and still more by land, drew tight the bonds of empire. The Roman roads were the symbol of the mistress city to the provincials who might never visit her, and perchance could not even speak her tongue. The Romans had grasped one of the great secrets of government, that the mass of men are swayed by their imagination rather than by their reason; the roads from north and south, east and west, all converging at Rome, pointed more eloquently than official proclamation or sophists' harangue to the unity of the Empire. Yet this unity was far from perfect; that East and West had little really in common is shown by the foundation of Constantinople; and even in the first century the imperial policy had to battle with the exclusive spirit of the republicans, who regarded Rome still as a city-state, with dependencies indeed as Athens before her, but with dependencies that must never rise to be anything more. Of this spirit Juvenal and Tacitus may serve as types; they cared little for the new world that was growing up around them. Court intrigue and city vice seemed to them better worth describing than the government or the social life of the provinces. Even when Tacitus describes the German tribes he has his thoughts fixed on the Romans with whom they so strongly..

Download or read book Rise and Fall of the Roman Empire written by StoryBuddiesPlay and published by StoryBuddiesPlay. This book was released on 2024-04-09 with total page 75 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Delve into the captivating history of the Roman Empire, a colossal civilization that shaped the course of human history. Explore its dramatic rise from a small Italian city-state to a vast empire encompassing most of Europe and the Mediterranean. Witness the golden age of the Pax Romana, a period of relative peace and prosperity that fostered advancements in law, philosophy, and architecture. Learn about the iconic Roman emperors, from Julius Caesar's rise to power to the complexities of the Five Good Emperors. Unravel the secrets behind the Roman Empire's remarkable achievements, including its innovative engineering feats like aqueducts and the awe-inspiring Colosseum. Discover the enduring legacy of Roman law, which continues to influence legal systems around the world. Explore the lasting impact of Roman culture, from its language (Latin) to its artistic traditions. This comprehensive exploration of the Roman Empire is perfect for anyone curious about this fascinating period. Whether you're a history buff or simply want to learn more about the foundations of Western civilization, this captivating journey will transport you back in time. Intrigued by the fall of the Western Roman Empire? Uncover the factors that led to its decline, from barbarian invasions to internal political struggles. Explore the intriguing story of the Eastern Roman Empire, also known as the Byzantine Empire, which continued to thrive for centuries after the West's demise. Bring Roman history to life for your kids! Explore engaging content about the Roman Empire, from the legendary battles of Julius Caesar to the gladiatorial contests of the Colosseum. Make history fun and interactive with captivating stories and informative resources.

Download or read book Under Another Sky written by Charlotte Higgins and published by Abrams. This book was released on 2015-08-04 with total page 246 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The author and classics scholar shares “a delightful, deeply informed recounting of her journeys across Britain in search of its ancient Roman past” (Kirkus, starred review). What does Roman Britain mean to us now? How were its physical remains rediscovered and made sense of? How has it been reimagined, in story and song and verse? Sometimes on foot, sometimes in a magnificent, if not entirely reliable, VW camper van, Charlotte Higgins sets out to explore the ancient monuments of Roman Britain. She explores the land that was once Rome’s northernmost territory and how it has changed since the years after the empire fell. Under Another Sky invites readers to see the British landscape, and British history, in an entirely fresh way: as indelibly marked by how the Romans first imagined and wrote, these strange and exotic islands, perched on the edge of the known world, into existence. Shortlisted for the Samuel Johnson Prize

Download or read book A Byzantine Journey written by John Ash and published by Random House (NY). This book was released on 1995 with total page 370 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For those interested in a deeper appreciation of the Byzantine Empire and its importance to world history, this engaging, richly detailed travelogue introduces a colorful cast of personalities from the region's fascinating history and provides a detailed description of the art and influences of the time. Photos. 2 maps.

Download or read book Space Geography and Politics in the Early Roman Empire written by Claude Nicolet and published by University of Michigan Press. This book was released on 1991 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Studies the effect of Rome's geographic worldview on its politics

Download or read book The History of Rome in 12 Buildings written by Phillip Barlag and published by Red Wheel/Weiser. This book was released on 2018-03-19 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Any travel guide to Rome will urge visitors to go the Colosseum, but none answers a simple question: Why is it called the Colosseum? The History of Rome in 12 Buildings: A Travel Companion to the Hidden Secrets of The Eternal City is compelling, concise, and fun, and takes you behind the iconic buildings to reveal the hidden stories of the people that forged the Roman Empire. Typical travel guides provide torrents of information but deny their readers depth and perspective. In this gap is the really good stuff--the stories that make the buildings come alive and vividly enhance any trip to Rome. The History of Rome in 12 Buildings will immerse you in the world of the Romans, one full of drama, intrigue, and scandal. With its help, you will be able to trace the rise and fall of the ancient world's greatest superpower: Find the last resting spot of Julius Caesar. Join Augustus as he offers sacrifices to the gods. Discover the lie on the façade of the Pantheon. Walk in the footsteps of Jesus. And so much more.

Download or read book Roman s Journey written by Roman Halter and published by Skyhorse. This book was released on 2012-03-01 with total page 252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Roman Halter was a spirited, optimistic schoolboy in 1939 when he and his family gathered behind the curtains to watch the Volksdeutsche (German Polish) neighbors of their small town in western Poland greet the arrival of Hitler’s armies with kisses and swastika flags. Within days, the family home had been seized, twelve-year-old Roman had become a slave of the local SS chief, and, returning from an errand, he silently witnessed his Jewish classmates being bayoneted to death by soldiers at the edge of town. So began his remarkable six-year journey through some of the darkest caverns of Nazi Europe that claimed the lives of his family and the 800-strong community of his boyhood. Incredibly, he survived the Lodz ghetto, Auschwitz, the Stutthof concentration camp, and a slave factory in Dresden, only to find this his native village, post-war, was nothing like the home he remembered.