Old Rome (Classic Reprint): A Handbook to the Ruins of the City and the Campagna: A Handbook to the Ruins of the City and the Campagna (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Robert Burn

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1330564138 ISBN 13: 9781330564134

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Explore Rome’s grand story through its stones and ruins. This handbook opens the doors to the city’s ancient sites, explaining how geography, history, and architecture shape what we know of Rome’s past. Sourced from monumental ruins and careful archaeology, it helps readers see the city not just as a map, but as a living record of empire and daily life.

In clear, accessible prose, the book traces how Rome grew from its hills into a landscape shaped by the palatine settlements, public forums, temples, and the great monuments of the imperial era. It connects the walls and arches to the people who built them and the events that defined centuries, from the regal and republican ages to the Augustan and imperial periods. Alongside site descriptions, it offers context on the climate, geology, and ancient architecture that influenced Roman history and culture.

• Structured journeys through major sites, including the Palatine, Forum Romanum, the Colosseum, and the Pantheon.


• History told through ruins, monuments, and the enduring impact of Rome’s architecture.


• Context on ancient scales of power, public life, and the material remains that tell their story.


• Guidance for travelers and students seeking a grounded understanding of Rome’s past.

Ideal for history enthusiasts, archaeology lovers, and travelers who want more than just views of ancient stones.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1330564138
• ISBN 13: 9781330564134
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 332