Ancient Rome and Modern America
Copyright © 2009 Margaret Malamud
Author(s): Margaret Malamud
Published Online: 24 MAR 2009
Print ISBN: 9781405139335
Online ISBN: 9781444305074
DOI: 10.1002/9781444305074
Series Editor(s): Maria Wyke
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Ancient Rome and Modern America explores the vital role the narratives and images of Rome have played in America's understanding of itself and its history.
- Places America's response to Rome in a historical context, from the Revolutionary era to the present
- Looks at portrayals of Rome in different media: writing, architecture, theatre, painting, World's Fairs and Expositions, and film
- Beautifully illustrated with over 40 high quality photographs and figures