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The Age of Gladiators
- Savagery and Spectacle in Ancient Rome
- Narrated by: Dugald Bruce-Lockhart
- Length: 7 hrs and 29 mins
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Summary
This was Rome, a city of bloodshed and laughter, of food and starvation. But why was so much wealth, time and trouble lavished on free entertainments?
The Age of the Gladiators explores many savage spectacles of Ancient Rome, many of which have become proverbial for their cruelty, bloodlust and glory. From Gladiator fights in grand amphitheaters to chariot racing at the Circus Maximus, Romans had their pick of extreme spectator sports.
Rupert Matthews explores the development of these customs, from religious rites into opportunities to bolster political esteem. Were Romans truly free citizens, governed by a fair democracy? And if not, what part did these free entertainments play in the political chess game? This fascinating book reveals all.
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- B Hull
- 16-04-24
Interesting insight with great narration
I was given free access to this book in exchange for an honest review.
I really enjoyed this book and I thought the narration was top notch.
There was a little bit of repetition and some portions didn’t really seem that focused on the actual events and discussed broader topics such as the reigns of emperors or the fall of the empire. Still very interesting though so don’t let that minor detail put you off what was a good listen.
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- Badger
- 23-04-24
Very Interesting
Great narration and very informative, I thoroughly enjoyed the book. a very good book on the history.
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