Roman Pompeii: Space and Society (Paperback)
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Short Description for Roman Pompeii Containing chapters that reveal how the young learnt the culture of the city, this work looks at the archaeological and literary evidence relating to the city of Pompeii from the viewpoint of architect, geographer and social scientist.
Full description- Publisher: ROUTLEDGE
- Published: 28 February 2007
- Format: Paperback 232 pages
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- Categories: Social Classes | Classical History / Classical Civilisation | Classical Greek & Roman Archaeology
- ISBN 13: 9780415391252 ISBN 10: 0415391253
- Sales rank: 369,198
Full description for Roman Pompeii
In this fully revised and updated edition of "Roman Pompeii", Dr. Laurence looks at the latest archaeological and literary evidence relating to the city of Pompeii from the viewpoint of architect, geographer and social scientist. Enhancing our general understanding of the Roman world, this new edition includes new chapters that reveal how the young learns the culture of the city and to investigate the role of property development and real estate in Pompeii's growth. Showing how Pompeii has undergone considerable urban development, Dr. Laurence emphasizes the relationship between the fabric of the city and the society that produced it. Local activities are located in both time and space and Pompeii's cultural identity is defined. This book is invaluable for students and scholars in the fields of archaeology and ancient history, as well as being rewarding reading for the many people who visit Pompeii.
