Excerpt from Ancient and Modern Rome
Such a conception has no foundation in truth. The institutions were indeed excellent, but the men were not different from us physically and morally, except perhaps as regards the athletic training of the body. As a matter of fact there was the same struggle for life, the same craving for amusements and the same politi cal unrest; the same habit of depending upon the Government for food and clothing; and, strange to say, the same percentage in the number of publicans as compared with the total population.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a detailed comparative study of ancient and modern Rome, examining how many aspects of their societies have been shaped by similar impulses and needs. Its main focus is not to contrast the two cities as separate entities but to emphasize their continuity across the centuries. The author discusses a wide range of topics, including the provision of water, medical knowledge, sanitation, and leisure activities. The author argues that Rome's legacy endures not only in its ruins but also in the day-to-day life of the city. This book highlights how government initiatives, religious beliefs and values shape living conditions, showing how urban experiences in ancient Rome hold startling relevance for us today. 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. Seller Inventory # 9780282665029_0
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