Viggen 95 Report post Posted June 29, 2010 We are happy to announce that Duckworth Publishers Bloomsbury Academic is giving away one copy of - Spectacle in the Roman World by Hazel Dodge to one lucky member. This book offers an introduction to the main forms of spectacle in the Roman world (human and animal combat, chariot racing, aquatic displays), their nature, context and social importance. It will explore the vast array of sources, from literary to archaeological material, that informs the subject. It will examine the spectacles with special emphasis on their physical setting, and will also consider the variation in the provision of venues and their context across the Empire. A final section will review the modern reception of Roman spectacles, especially those involving gladiators. Hazel Dodge is Senior Lecturer in Classical Archaeology, Trinity College Dublin. She is author (with Peter Connolly) of The Ancient City (1998) and editor (with J.C.N. Coulston) of Ancient Rome: The Archaeology of the Eternal City (2000). All you have to do is to reply to this mail, confirming that you are interested. The winner will be chosen randomly from all replies, deadline is the 20th of August 2010 13th of February 2011 All you have to do to enter the draw is to post here cheers viggen Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Melvadius 4 Report post Posted June 29, 2010 I have copies of the other books mentioned in her 'bio' and Duckworth have a good reputation for producing more academic treatments of subject matter's from the Classical world so I would definately be interested. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PrimusUnus 0 Report post Posted June 29, 2010 I'd love to get the book Thanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
suzhannah 0 Report post Posted June 29, 2010 Please let me be lucky this time. Thanks you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Crispina 18 Report post Posted June 29, 2010 Enter my name, please. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vipsania 0 Report post Posted June 29, 2010 I love gladiators! Especially the Myrmillo!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Majorianus Invictus 1 Report post Posted June 29, 2010 Please include me as well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maryv 0 Report post Posted June 29, 2010 We are happy to announce that Duckworth Publishers is giving away one copy of the upcoming book - Spectacle in the Roman World by Hazel Dodge to one lucky member. This book offers an introduction to the main forms of spectacle in the Roman world (human and animal combat, chariot racing, aquatic displays), their nature, context and social importance. It will explore the vast array of sources, from literary to archaeological material, that informs the subject. It will examine the spectacles with special emphasis on their physical setting, and will also consider the variation in the provision of venues and their context across the Empire. A final section will review the modern reception of Roman spectacles, especially those involving gladiators. Hazel Dodge is Senior Lecturer in Classical Archaeology, Trinity College Dublin. She is author (with Peter Connolly) of The Ancient City (1998) and editor (with J.C.N. Coulston) of Ancient Rome: The Archaeology of the Eternal City (2000). All you have to do is to reply to this mail, confirming that you are interested. The winner will be chosen randomly from all replies, deadline is the 20th of August 2010 All you have to do to enter the draw is to post here cheers viggen Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gaius Laelius 0 Report post Posted June 29, 2010 May the gods be with me! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
John 0 Report post Posted June 29, 2010 I would love to get that book as I have so much to learn. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TLFitz 0 Report post Posted June 29, 2010 The book sounds like it would be perfect for my small discussion groups! Whether I win or not, thanks for the opportunity! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Julia Casca 0 Report post Posted June 29, 2010 Viggen...please put my name in the pot for this awesome book. Please and thank you. J We are happy to announce that Duckworth Publishers is giving away one copy of the upcoming book - Spectacle in the Roman World by Hazel Dodge to one lucky member. This book offers an introduction to the main forms of spectacle in the Roman world (human and animal combat, chariot racing, aquatic displays), their nature, context and social importance. It will explore the vast array of sources, from literary to archaeological material, that informs the subject. It will examine the spectacles with special emphasis on their physical setting, and will also consider the variation in the provision of venues and their context across the Empire. A final section will review the modern reception of Roman spectacles, especially those involving gladiators. Hazel Dodge is Senior Lecturer in Classical Archaeology, Trinity College Dublin. She is author (with Peter Connolly) of The Ancient City (1998) and editor (with J.C.N. Coulston) of Ancient Rome: The Archaeology of the Eternal City (2000). All you have to do is to reply to this mail, confirming that you are interested. The winner will be chosen randomly from all replies, deadline is the 20th of August 2010 All you have to do to enter the draw is to post here cheers viggen Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darrell J. Rohl 0 Report post Posted June 29, 2010 Please count me in. Cheers. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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Medusa 0 Report post Posted June 29, 2010 I saw a lecture by Hazel Dodge at the Amphitheatre Conference in Chester in 2007. Of course I'd be interested in her new book so count me in. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites