Title: A monument to dynasty and death : the story of Rome's Colosseum and the emperors who built it /
Authors: Elkins, Nathan T.,
Year: 2019
Subjects: Colosseum (Rome, Italy) History.; Colosseum (Rome, Italy) Design and construction.; Colosseum (Rome, Italy); Amphitheaters Italy Rome.; Games Rome History.; Emperors Rome History.; Amphitheaters; Antiquities; Buildings.; Emperors; Games; Rome (Italy) Buildings, structures, etc.; Rome (Italy) Antiquities.; Italy Rome.; Rome (Empire); Kolosseum
Abstract: "This book tells the history of the ancient Roman Colosseum--its architecture and construction, its uses for spectator sport, and the political situation around it. The book tells the story of how this monument fits into Roman society and into imperial dynasty. Trained as both an art historian and a Roman historian, the author deploys an interdisciplinary approach to discussing the Colosseum. Elkins has written the book for a general audience and for undergraduate students."--Provided by publisher.
Contents: Prologue. Opening day at the Colosseum -- The rise of a new dynasty -- A modern amphitheater in ancient Rome -- An amphitheater in the heart of Rome -- A hundred days of games -- The Colosseum and its first games in Flavian art and literature -- Epilogue. The end of the "Flavian" amphitheater.