Ancient Rome: Infographics

Nicolas Guillerat, John Scheid, Milan Melocco

ISBN 10: 050029903X / ISBN 13: 9780500299036

Published by Thames and Hudson Ltd, GB, 2026

A unique re-interpretation of the city of ancient Rome and its empire, using the tools offered by the latest information technology and graphic design. Packed with cleverly designed graphics, charts and diagrams, Ancient Rome: Infographics uses data visualization to tell the epic tale of the city of Rome and its empire. Every aspect of the Roman world is explored, from the birth of the Republic to the imperial dynasties, from the political and legal system to Rome's military might. Drawing on international sources, this complex history is made clear and comprehensible to modern readers, while offering the insights and rigour that historians demand. Original, accessible and fascinating, Ancient Rome: Infographics will delight history buffs, graphic design aficionados, and everyone seeking an overview of a civilization that shaped the world. Seller Inventory # LU-9780500299036

Synopsis:

A unique re-interpretation of the city of ancient Rome and its empire, using the tools offered by the latest information technology and graphic design.

Packed with cleverly designed graphics, charts and diagrams, Ancient Rome: Infographics uses data visualization to tell the epic tale of the city of Rome and its empire. Every aspect of the Roman world is explored, from the birth of the Republic to the imperial dynasties, from the political and legal system to Rome’s military might. Drawing on international sources, this complex history is made clear and comprehensible to modern readers, while offering the insights and rigour that historians demand.

Original, accessible and fascinating, Ancient Rome: Infographics will delight history buffs, graphic design aficionados, and everyone seeking an overview of a civilization that shaped the world.

About the Author: Nicolas Guillerat is a data designer and graphic artist, and the author of World War II: Infographics. John Scheid is Emeritus Professor at the Collège de France, and the author of An Introduction to Roman Religion, The Craft of Zeus and The Gods, the State and the Individual. Milan Melocco has a doctorate in history from the Sorbonne University. Philip Matyszak is the author of many books on classical civilization, including Chronicle of the Roman Republic, The Enemies of Rome, The Sons of Caesar, Ancient Rome on Five Denarii a Day, Ancient Athens on Five Drachmas a Day, Lives of the Romans (with Joanne Berry) and Legionary.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Ancient Rome: Infographics
Publisher: Thames and Hudson Ltd, GB
Publication Date: 2026
Binding: Paperback
Condition: New