The Roman Stonecutter: An Introduction To Latin Epigraphy

The Roman Stonecutter: An Introduction To Latin Epigraphy

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Author: Giancarlo Susini
Binding: Hardback
Publisher: Oxford Basil Blackwell, 1973

Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

This academic work presents a comprehensive guide to Latin epigraphy, offering readers an essential foundation in the study of ancient Roman inscriptions. It instructs on the methods and principles necessary for deciphering and understanding the rich historical data preserved on stone. Susini's authoritative text details the various forms, purposes, and contexts of Roman epigraphic evidence, illustrating how these artifacts illuminate daily life, political structures, and cultural practices of the Roman world. The book uncovers the intricate art of stonecutting and the enduring legacy of Roman communication, making it an indispensable resource for classicists and historians alike.

Author: Giancarlo Susini

Published: 1973, Oxford Basil Blackwell

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Author: Giancarlo Susini
Binding: Hardback
Publisher: Oxford Basil Blackwell, 1973

Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

This academic work presents a comprehensive guide to Latin epigraphy, offering readers an essential foundation in the study of ancient Roman inscriptions. It instructs on the methods and principles necessary for deciphering and understanding the rich historical data preserved on stone. Susini's authoritative text details the various forms, purposes, and contexts of Roman epigraphic evidence, illustrating how these artifacts illuminate daily life, political structures, and cultural practices of the Roman world. The book uncovers the intricate art of stonecutting and the enduring legacy of Roman communication, making it an indispensable resource for classicists and historians alike.