These Were the Romans [Paperback]

G.I.F. Tingay (Author), J. Badcock (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 31, 1995 | ISBN-10: 0802312853 | ISBN-13: 978-0802312853 | Edition: 2

It is extremely readable, consistently entertaining...No book that tells the reader that the Romans slept in their underwear and debates whether or not they brushed their teeth is without merit"" - New England Classical Newsletter. ""One of the key elements to the usefulness of this book is the presence of direct quotes from noted Roman speakers, writers, and philosphers which are effectively intermingled with description and history - A lively, highly readable, entertaining gold mine of information which should be on the `required reading' list of students of Latin and world history"" - Library Journal ""Tingay and Badcock present a well illustrated text and are to be complimented on the extensive use of original sources as a part of their text"" - The Classical Outlook. ""Well-researched...Highly recommended"" - The Book Report.

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YA-- This expanded edition of a marvelous book is useful for research or browsing on the ancient Roman civilization. Not only have the authors covered the city of Rome itself, but they have touched upon the histories of Asia Minor, ancient Greece, the Middle East, and Europe as well. One of the key elements to the usefulness of this book is the presence of direct quotes from noted Roman speakers, writers, and philosophers which are effectively intermingled with description and history. The black-and-white photographs illustrate major events, important persons, and social life and customs of the people. A new chapter, "Rome's Legacy," has been added. Appendices covering the Latin language, Roman numerals, as well as a date chart, study questions, and an appended bibliography lend further value to this expanded edition. A lively, highly readable, entertaining gold mine of information which should be on the "required reading" list of students of Latin and world history. --Gwen Salama, Hastings High School, Alief I.S.D., TX
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Product Details

• Paperback: 240 pages
• Publisher: Dufour Editions; 2 edition (December 31, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0802312853
• ISBN-13: 978-0802312853
• Product Dimensions: 9.7 x 7.5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #224,733 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best intro to ancient Rome I've ever read, September 17, 2007

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Les Jacobs - See all my reviews

This review is from: These Were the Romans (Paperback)

I've been doing a lot of research on ancient Rome for a book I'm writing and accidentally stumbled on this text (the 1985 edition) in a used bookstore. It's a fascinating read and an invaluable resource.

What I love about it is that it not only provides a very concise history of Rome, but explains how the Romans dressed, ate, worked, played, entertained themselves and lived day to day. It also covers the literature and religions of the time.

If you loved HBO's "Rome" series, Colleen McCullough's "Masters of Rome" books or are interested in the era for other reasons, this is a superb, well-written account of the people and the time. I couldn't recommend it more highly.

10 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Gotta love this, October 31, 2000

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ed jenkinson (Seattle, WA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: These Were the Romans (Paperback)

The Romans how can you not love them! This book gives you the reason why. It covers all aspects of the Roman livelihood, their homes, jobs, lands and customs. I think it is one of the better general informative books about the Romans out there, and would give a real good education for the general reader. For the skilled professional or student of the classics, this book will help touch up what you don't know and secure what you do. It is worth the read, and you will be able to tell why it is a standard classic used to teach in so many universities.