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The Common People of Ancient Rome
Frank Frost Abbott
其他書名
Studies of Roman Life and Literature
出版DigiCat, 2022-07-20
主題History / General
ISBNEAN:8596547102618
URLhttp://books.google.com.hk/books?id=BiR9EAAAQBAJ&hl=&source=gbs_api
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註釋In 'The Common People of Ancient Rome,' Frank Frost Abbott delivers a compelling examination of the unsung heartbeat of a great civilization—its average citizens. Skillfully interweaving historical narrative with an analysis of societal structures, Abbott reveals the textured lives of the plebeians who propelled Rome to its zenith. His incisive prose resurrects the artisans, merchants, and legionaries, simultaneously preserving the richness of their colloquial language and literature. Aptly contextualized within the broader canon of classical studies, Abbott's work distinguishes itself by illuminating the daily experiences that underlay Rome's grand historical epochs, offering readers entrée into the intrinsic mechanics that governed the empire's day-to-day existence. An American classical scholar of high repute, Frank Frost Abbott crafted this historical novel drawing upon his profound scholarship and intimate knowledge of ancient texts. Abbott's academic pursuits, which often focused on Latin literature and society, converge in this work to depict the socio-economic and political spheres that shaped the lives of the Roman populace. His approach reflects both an ardent devotion to historical authenticity and a desire to portray the myriad contributors to Rome's vast imperial reach, whose stories are frequently overshadowed by those of the elite. 'The Common People of Ancient Rome' is highly recommended for students of history, aficionados of ancient Rome, and general readers eager to immerse themselves in the intricate world of an empire at the zenith of its power. Abbott's meticulous research and engaging narrative style afford a multidimensional view of history, inviting readers to appreciate the grandeur of Rome not only through the eyes of its emperors and senators but also through the lens of its ordinary, yet extraordinary, citizens.