'Brilliant. A fresh and highly engaging look at how Rome still shapes the world today.' Jonn Elledge
'This book will change the way you think about world history.' Raphael Cormack
'Authoritative and engaging.' Subhadra Das
'A fascinating and entertaining analysis of how Romes propaganda has colonized our collective imaginations.'Eleanor Janega
'Eloquent, well-researched and witty.' David M. Perry
How many times a day do you think about the Roman Empire? The general consensus seems to be an awful lot. All Roads Lead to Rome explains why.
Rome is more than just a city; its an enduring idea, a symbol of identity, power and legitimacy that has shaped the course of history for over 1,500 years. From ancient emperors to modern world leaders, Romes influence in building the world we know today is undeniable.
In All Roads Lead to Rome, author and historian Rhiannon Garth Jones embarks on a fascinating exploration of how the idea of Rome has been seized by emperors, modern governments, religious leaders and even pop-culture icons.
Each chapter examines how Romes famous history, politics and mythology have been reimagined through the centuries, and explores how these interpretations continue to shape our modern world. Whether youre interested in history, contemporary global issues or simply curious about why Rome remains relevant, this book offers a fresh perspective on the lasting significance of one of historys most famous civilisations.
Dive into the history of Rome and its pervasive influence and gain a deeper understanding of the forces shaping the global landscape today.
Arvustused
'All roads lead to Rome, but the fight is over which Rome? Whose Rome? This eloquent, well-researched, and witty book shows us that not only are the flat black and white memories of Rome the product of cynical political exploitation, but that the real thing was a riot of color and complexity that was so much more interesting!' -- David M. Perry, co-author of The Bright Ages and Oathbreakers
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1. Introduction
Part One Religion
2. The New Rome
3. The Holy Roman Empire
4. The Third Rome
Part Two Empire
5. Conquering Rome: the Ottoman Empire
6. Pax Romana, Pax Britannica
7. Roman Fasces, European Fascism
Part Three Culture
8. Rivalling Rome: the Empires of Early Islam
9. The New Republic: USA Edition
10. Conclusion: All Roads Lead to Rome
Want to Know More?
Full Bibliography
Timeline
Acknowledgements
Index
Rhiannon Garth Jones is an historian who works with both material culture and textual sources, with a PhD on the Muslim visual language of power and relationship with Rome during the Golden Age of Islam. Since her undergraduate degree in Classics, Rhiannon's research has traced the impact of ancient Rome on cultures, empires, and religions around the Mediterranean and beyond. She is also a skilled public communicator who has spent ten years writing for a public audience about materials science, material culture, sports, energy policy, and more.
