description: In a fascinating study of ancient Roman architecture, classics scholar Alexander McKay examines simple houses, mansions, estates and palatial buildings, interior furnishings, and gardens--revealing that Roman civilization was astonishingly similar to our own. He also discusses the conditions of life in the Roman provinces. 153 illustrations.
language: English
title: Houses, villas and palaces in the Roman world
titlecomplete: Houses, villas and palaces in the Roman world (Aspects of Greek and Roman life)
genres: History, Architecture
ratings_count: 17
publisher: Thames and Hudson