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- English
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Savagery in Sandals: The Gladiators of Ancient Rome
About this book
Through the historical writings of classic scholars, poets, and commentators, Savagery in Sandals sheds a light on the world of the gladiatorial games and the lives of Ancient Rome's most renowned gladiators.
Established in the birth of the Roman Empire, the gladiator holds an almost mythological stance in the modern understanding of Ancient Rome. In a world where life and death often hung in the balance, the games reflect the savage values, politics, and social dynamics of the period. This collection of essays and extracts takes a deeper look at the history of gladiators, from the origin of the games, the architecture of the arenas, and the rules of combat, to the extraordinary individuals who were forced to give their lives the entertainment of the masses.
Savagery in Sandals presents different takes on the gladiators of the Roman Empire throughout the ages. Including essays from the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, this volumes exposes the struggles and triumphs of these fighters to the enduring legacy of their barbaric profession. A perfect collection for history enthusiasts and those with an interest in the culture of ancient Rome, offering readers a chance to witness the grandeur and brutality of Rome's most infamous games.
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Table of contents
- THE GLADIATORS OF ANCIENT ROME
- THE DYING GLADIATOR
- GLADIATORS
- THE STATUE OF THE DYING GLADIATOR
- GLADIATORS
- SOURCES OF SUPPLY
- THE ARENA
- THE SHOW
- THE FIGHT
- GRAFFITI
- GLADIATOR SCHOOL
- FROM ANCIENT SOURCES
- FAMOUS GLADIATORS
- BIBLIOGRAPHY