Description
Book SynopsisExamines diverse aspects of Roman imperialism, from the Romans' motivations in acquiring an empire and their ideological justifications for imperial domination, to the complex political, economic, and cultural interactions between the Romans, their allies, and the subjected peoples. This title includes notes with suggestions for further reading.
Trade Review"A solid production that would serve as a good textbook for an introductory, semester-long course on Roman imperialism. Its usefulness as a teaching resource is enhanced by the presence of a glossary and a very full index."
ScholiaTable of ContentsList of Figures and Maps.
Acknowledgments.
Introduction: The Study Of Roman Imperialism: Craige B. Champion And Arthur M. Eckstein.
1. The Growth Of Roman Power And Imperial Motivations:.
Introduction To Chapter 1.
Readings.
On War And Greed In The Second Century Bc: W. V. Harris.
Material Rewards And The Drive For Empire: Erich S. Gruen.
Fear, Greed, And Glory: The Causes Of Roman War Making In The Middle Republic: John Rich.
Sources.
2. Political, Social, And Economic Consquences Of Empire:.
Introduction To Chapter 2.
Readings.
Rome And The Greek World: Economic Relationships: Michael H. Crawford.
Conquerors And Slaves: Sociological Studies In Roman History: K. Hopkins.
Sources.
3. Ideology And Government Of Empire:.
Introduction To Chapter 3.
Readings.
Laus Imperii: P. A. Brunt.
Rome And The Enemy: Imperial Strategy In The Principate: Susan Mattern.
Sources.
4. “Romanization”: Cultural Assimilation, Hydridization, And Resistance:.
Introduction To Chapter 4.
Readings.
Romanization In The Time Of Augustus: R. Macmullen.
Becoming Roman: The Origins Of Provincial Civilization In Gaul: G. Woolf.
The Barbarians Speak: How The Peoples Shaped Roman Europe: P. S. Wells.
Sources.
5. The Frontier: Strategy And Defense Of Empire:.
Introduction To Chapter 5.
Readings.
The Grand Strategy Of The Roman Empire: E. N. Luttwak.
The Limits Of The Empire: The Roman Army In The East: B. Isaac.
Sources.
Glossary.
Index.
