Early And Imperial Rome

""Early and Imperial Rome: Or Promenade Lectures on the Archaeology of Rome"" is a book written by Hodder Michael Westropp and first published in 1884. This book is an extensive exploration of the archaeology of Rome, focusing on the early and imperial periods of the city's history. The author takes the reader on a virtual tour of Rome, describing the various archaeological sites and structures that were discovered and studied during the 19th century. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of Rome's archaeology. The first section provides an overview of the city's early history, including its founding and the development of its early architecture. The second section covers the Roman Republic, exploring the political, social, and cultural aspects of this period. The third section focuses on the Imperial period, examining the monumental structures and public works that were constructed during this time. The final section of the book offers a detailed analysis of the various archaeological discoveries that were made in Rome during the 19th century, including the excavation of the Colosseum and the discovery of the ancient Roman Forum. Throughout the book, Westropp provides detailed descriptions and illustrations of the various archaeological sites and structures, helping readers to visualize the ancient city of Rome as it once was. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and archaeology of Rome, providing a comprehensive overview of the city's early and imperial periods.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.