Ancient Rome: Infographics

Guillerat, Nicolas;scheid, John;melocco, Milan

ISBN 10: 050029903X / ISBN 13: 9780500299036

Edité par THAMES HUDSON, 2026

N° de réf. du vendeur 50941598-n

Synopsis :

A unique re-interpretation of the city of ancient Rome and its empire, using the tools offered by the latest information technology and graphic design.

Packed with cleverly designed graphics, charts and diagrams, Ancient Rome: Infographics uses data visualization to tell the epic tale of the city of Rome and its empire. Every aspect of the Roman world is explored, from the birth of the Republic to the imperial dynasties, from the political and legal system to Rome’s military might. Drawing on international sources, this complex history is made clear and comprehensible to modern readers, while offering the insights and rigour that historians demand.

Original, accessible and fascinating, Ancient Rome: Infographics will delight history buffs, graphic design aficionados, and everyone seeking an overview of a civilization that shaped the world.

À propos des auteurs: Nicolas Guillerat was trained as a data designer and graphic artist.

John Scheid is Emeritus Professor at the Collège de France, and the author of An Introduction to Roman Religion, The Craft of Zeus and The Gods, the State and the Individual.

Milan Melocco has a doctorate in history from the Sorbonne University.

Philip Matyszak has a doctorate in Roman history from St John's College, Oxford. He is the author of many books on classical civilization, including Chronicle of the Roman Republic, The Enemies of Rome, The Sons of Caesar, Ancient Rome on Five Denarii a Day, Ancient Athens on Five Drachmas a Day, Lives of the Romans (with Joanne Berry) and Legionary.

Détails bibliographiques

Titre : Ancient Rome: Infographics
Éditeur : THAMES HUDSON
Date d'édition : 2026
Reliure : Couverture souple
Etat : New