9781330405253 - Roman Life in Pliny's Time (Classic Reprint) de Pellisson, Maurice (3 résultats)

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

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

Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book explores the remarkable lives of elites in the Roman Empire through the lens of Pliny the Younger's personal accounts. The author illuminates the fascinating intersection of wealth, power, art, and pleasure-seeking in this opulent era. From the grandeur of Roman homes to the lavish banquets and seaside retreats of the elite, this book paints a captivating portrait of a society obsessed with status and material possessions. As the author delves into Pliny's correspondence, readers gain intimate glimpses into the daily lives, social hierarchies, and personal struggles of Rome's most influential figures, revealing the stark contrasts between their public personas and private indulgences. This captivating account offers a unique perspective on the complexities and contradictions of Roman society, shedding light on the motivations, ambitions, and human frailties that shaped the course of history during the height of the Roman Empire. 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.