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OverviewFull Product DetailsAuthor: Timothy M. O'Sullivan (Trinity University, Texas)Publisher: Cambridge University Press Imprint: Cambridge University Press Dimensions: Width: 15.20cm , Height: 1.10cm , Length: 22.90cm Weight: 0.280kg ISBN: 9781107475991ISBN 10: 1107475996 Pages: 202 Publication Date: 18 December 2014 Audience: Professional and scholarly , College/higher education , Professional & Vocational , Tertiary & Higher Education Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Manufactured on demand ![]() We will order this item for you from a manufactured on demand supplier. Table of ContentsIntroduction; 1. The art of walking; 2. Seneca on the mind in motion; 3. Urban walkers on display; 4. Cicero's legs; 5. Theoretical travels; 6. Walking with Odysseus; Conclusion.Reviews'Walking in Roman Culture is one of those rare books that turns a spotlight on to some forgotten aspect of ancient culture, and ends up making you wonder how you could ever possibly have overlooked it.' Mary Beard, The Times Literary Supplement 'O'Sullivan's book is a door-opener into a novel topic and it is innovative in several of its analyses and conclusions. The integrated use of text and material culture is highly laudable, and the fluent style makes the book a pleasure to read. This is an important contribution to the study of ancient Rome.' Ida OEstenberg, Classical Review 'Walking in Roman Culture is one of those rare books that turns a spotlight on to some forgotten aspect of ancient culture, and ends up making you wonder how you could ever possibly have overlooked it.' Mary Beard, The Times Literary Supplement 'O'Sullivan's book is a door-opener into a novel topic and it is innovative in several of its analyses and conclusions. The integrated use of text and material culture is highly laudable, and the fluent style makes the book a pleasure to read. This is an important contribution to the study of ancient Rome.' Ida Ostenberg, Classical Review Author InformationTimothy M. O'Sullivan is Associate Professor of Classical Studies at Trinity University, Texas. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |