Roman Political Ideas and Practice

Roman Political Ideas and Practice: Jerome Lecture, Sixth Series is a book written by Frank Ezra Adcock, a renowned historian and classicist. The book is a comprehensive exploration of the political ideas and practices of ancient Rome, which have had a profound impact on the development of Western political thought and institutions.Adcock's book is based on the Jerome Lectures he delivered at the University of Michigan in 1949. The lectures were well-received and praised for their insightful analysis of Roman political ideas and practices. The book is divided into five chapters, each of which examines a different aspect of Roman politics.The first chapter focuses on the Roman Republic and its political institutions, including the Senate, the consuls, and the assemblies. Adcock provides a detailed account of how these institutions functioned and how they evolved over time.The second chapter explores the Roman concept of citizenship and its importance in Roman politics. Adcock discusses how Roman citizenship was defined, who was eligible for it, and how it was acquired.The third chapter examines the role of religion in Roman politics. Adcock argues that religion played a crucial role in shaping Roman political ideas and practices, and that the Roman state was deeply involved in religious affairs.The fourth chapter looks at the Roman military and its relationship to politics. Adcock discusses how the Roman army was organized, how it was used to maintain political stability, and how it influenced Roman political thought.The fifth and final chapter of the book explores the decline of the Roman Republic and the rise of the Roman Empire. Adcock discusses the factors that led to the collapse of the Republic and the emergence of the Empire, and how this transformation affected Roman political ideas and practices.Overall, Roman Political Ideas and Practice: Jerome Lecture, Sixth Series is a fascinating and informative book that provides a comprehensive overview of Roman political thought and institutions. Adcock's insightful analysis and engaging writing style make this book a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Western political thought.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.