The Roman Villa
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: John Percival
Binding: Hardback
Published: B.T. Batsford LTD, 1981
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: General yellowing of cover and internal pages
The acclaimed work The Roman Villa by John Percival presents a comprehensive study of these iconic structures, chronicling their evolution from simple farmhouses to opulent country estates. This authoritative text details the architectural styles, domestic arrangements, and economic significance of villas across the Roman Empire. Percival uncovers the social dynamics and daily routines of their inhabitants, illustrating how these residences served as centers of both agricultural production and refined living. The volume offers an engaging and meticulously researched account, making it an essential resource for anyone interested in Roman history and archaeology.
Author: John Percival
Binding: Hardback
Published: B.T. Batsford LTD, 1981
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: General yellowing of cover and internal pages
The acclaimed work The Roman Villa by John Percival presents a comprehensive study of these iconic structures, chronicling their evolution from simple farmhouses to opulent country estates. This authoritative text details the architectural styles, domestic arrangements, and economic significance of villas across the Roman Empire. Percival uncovers the social dynamics and daily routines of their inhabitants, illustrating how these residences served as centers of both agricultural production and refined living. The volume offers an engaging and meticulously researched account, making it an essential resource for anyone interested in Roman history and archaeology.