Gladiators : fighting to the death in ancient Rome
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Wadsworth Library - Geneseo - Adult Nonfiction
937.06 BIS
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937.06 BIS
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Book
Physical Desc
159 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Notes
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 155-156) and index.
Description
The gladiator is one of the most enduring figures of Ancient Rome. Heroic, though of lowly status, they fought vicious duels in large arenas filled with baying crowds. The survivor could be either executed (the famous 'thumbs down' signal) or spared at the whim of the crowd or the Emperor. Few lasted more than a dozen fights, yet they were a valuable asset to their owners. But how did they fight and how did their weapons and techniques develop? Who were they? This book gives an entertaining overview of the history of the gladiator, debunking some myths along the way.
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Bishop, M. C. (2017). Gladiators: fighting to the death in ancient Rome . Casemate.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Bishop, M. C.. 2017. Gladiators: Fighting to the Death in Ancient Rome. Casemate.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Bishop, M. C.. Gladiators: Fighting to the Death in Ancient Rome Casemate, 2017.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Bishop, M. C.. Gladiators: Fighting to the Death in Ancient Rome Casemate, 2017.
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