Isbn: 9781330623404 - description of ancient rome: containing a short account of the principal buildings, places, &c. noticed in the annexed plan of that city, drawn form ... to a smaller scale by j. b. nolli, in 1 (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a detailed and insightful exploration of the architecture and urban planning of ancient Rome. The author meticulously describes the city's layout, breaking it down into its fourteen regions, or wards, and detailing the major buildings within each. The focus on the city's layout, its seven hills, and various public structures provides a vivid picture of how Romans lived and organized their daily lives. The book delves into the design and construction of temples, baths, aqueducts, bridges, and other civic structures, offering glimpses into the engineering marvels and artistic achievements of Roman civilization. The author also explores the city's religious practices, highlighting the various Edes, or sacred buildings, dedicated to different deities, providing valuable insights into the religious landscape of ancient Rome. By analyzing the city's infrastructure, its social spaces, and its religious sites, the author offers a nuanced understanding of the Roman world. The bookââ â¢s detailed account provides a fascinating window into the grandeur and complexity of ancient Rome, revealing the city as both a physical and social construct, shaped by the needs and aspirations of its people. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…