Gladiators

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ISBN: ON.VB.808
Authors: Michael Grant
Publisher: Penguin Books
Related Collections: History

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This book offers a comprehensive exploration of the role and significance of gladiators in ancient Roman society. It delves into the origins of gladiatorial shows, examining their evolution from funeral rites to major public spectacles. The text provides insights into the lives of the gladiators, their training, and the various types of combat they engaged in. It also discusses the societal attitudes towards these fighters, the political implications of the games, and the eventual decline of the gladiatorial tradition. Richly detailed, it draws on historical sources to paint a vivid picture of this fascinating aspect of Roman culture.

Published 1971, Slightly revised version

Condition: Well Read
 

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.