ISBN: 9780521646659 - the urban image of augustan rome (contemporary south asia s) (6 Ergebnisse)

Softcover. Zustand: Very Good+. Spine a bit sunned. Else very light shelfwear.; The Urban Image of Augustan Rome examines the idea and experience of the ancient city at a critical moment, when Rome became an Imperial capital. Lacking dignity, unity, and a clear image during the Republic, the urban image of Rome became focused under the control of Augustus, who transformed the city physically and conceptually. This book explores for the first time the motives for urban intervention, methods for implementation and the socio-political context of the Augustan period, as well as broader design issues such as formal urban strategies and definitions of urban imagery.; Contemporary South Asia S; 10.0 X 8.0 X 0.8 inches; 372 pages.…

Zustand: Fair. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,1150grams, ISBN:9780521646659. …

Zustand: New. In English.

Zustand: Very Good.

Zustand: New. Study of the transformation of Rome under Augustus. Num Pages: 372 pages, 116 b/w illus. BIC Classification: AMVD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 254 x 205 x 20. Weight in Grams: 798. . 2010. Revised ed. paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - The Urban Image of Augustan Rome examines the idea and experience of the ancient city at a critical moment, when Rome became an Imperial capital. Lacking dignity, unity, and a clear image during the Republic, the urban image of Rome became focused only when the state came under the control of Augustus, the first emperor, who transformed the city physically and conceptually. Intervening in an ad hoc manner, he repaired existing public structures, added numerous new monuments, established municipal offices for urban care, and promoted an enduring aesthetic. Directed by a single vision, the cumulative results were forceful and unified. This book explores for the first time the motives for urban intervention, methods for implementation and the socio-political context of the Augustan period, as well as broader design issues such as formal urban strategies and definitions of urban imagery.…