Viggen Posted November 29, 2006 Report Share Posted November 29, 2006 Another review has been completed for our Roman Books section, thanks to community member Skarr. While this book is by no means an all encompassing reference book on the subject it purports to cover namely "Life, Death and Entertainment in the Roman Empire", it is perhaps a useful introduction to a student who is interested in Rome. To quote the blurb on the back, this book "gives those who have a general interest in Roman antiquity a starting point informed by the latest developments in scholarship for understanding the extraordinary range of Roman society..." ...read the full review of Life, Death and Entertainment in the Roman Empire by D.S. Potter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DecimusCaesar Posted November 29, 2006 Report Share Posted November 29, 2006 A brilliant review Skarr! I found the section on the personal letters fascinating, as well as the passage about the family living in Egypt. This book looks very interesting, and I will hopefully get it some time soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DecimusCaesar Posted December 27, 2006 Report Share Posted December 27, 2006 Brought the book this Christmas. Looks interesting, I will begin reading it soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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