Cruelty and Civilization

The Roman Games

Nonfiction, History, Ancient History
Cover of the book Cruelty and Civilization by Roland Auguet, Taylor and Francis
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Author: Roland Auguet ISBN: 9781135093433
Publisher: Taylor and Francis Publication: November 12, 2012
Imprint: Routledge Language: English
Author: Roland Auguet
ISBN: 9781135093433
Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Publication: November 12, 2012
Imprint: Routledge
Language: English

Roland Auguet examines the Roman taste for blood and considers what the games, that strange combination of Cruelty and Civilization, reveal about the Roman mentality. He shows how the great spectacles became a part of city life - they were awaited with impatience, everyone discussed them, some applauded the action in the arena, while others booed frantically.
This book provides an exciting history of gladiators, chariot racing and other games as well as an investigation of their function and significance within society. It is essential reading for anyone who is interested in the Romans' violent form of entertainment.

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Roland Auguet examines the Roman taste for blood and considers what the games, that strange combination of Cruelty and Civilization, reveal about the Roman mentality. He shows how the great spectacles became a part of city life - they were awaited with impatience, everyone discussed them, some applauded the action in the arena, while others booed frantically.
This book provides an exciting history of gladiators, chariot racing and other games as well as an investigation of their function and significance within society. It is essential reading for anyone who is interested in the Romans' violent form of entertainment.

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