From the author of Ancient and Medieval Siege Weapons comes this eye-opening new look at one of the most popular spectacles of ancient Rome. A richly detailed, fascinating guide, Gladiator provides a complete, breathtaking tour of gladiator customs and covers every aspect of the gladiator phenomenon—from the types of equipment the different classes of gladiator used, to the high place in society occupied by these sportsmen who were prepared to die.
From the author of Ancient and Medieval Siege Weapons comes this eye-opening new look at one of the most popular spectacles of ancient Rome. A richly detailed, fascinating guide, Gladiator provides a complete, breathtaking tour of gladiator customs and covers every aspect of the gladiator phenomenon—from the types of equipment the different classes of gladiator used, to the high place in society occupied by these sportsmen who were prepared to die.
Gladiator: The Complete Guide To Ancient Rome's Bloody Fighters
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Product Details
ISBN-13: | 9780762773930 |
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Publisher: | Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, Inc. |
Publication date: | 10/04/2011 |
Edition description: | Reprint |
Pages: | 208 |
Product dimensions: | 7.50(w) x 9.10(h) x 0.60(d) |