Description: Jonathan Boardman uncovers Rome's multi-faceted experience, where each layer of development rests upon the foundation of a preexisting tradition. In a place where political and religious ideologies have always expressed themselves through art, he also highlights a vibrant popular culture--from gladiatorial shows to the local Roma-Lazio soccer derby.
Brief description: Eric Homberger is the author of The Historical Atlas of New York City and Historiacal Atlas of North America, and has written widely on American literature, culture, and politics.
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