Title: Blood in the Arena
First published: 1997
Description: "This wide-ranging study, which draws insights from archaeology and anthropology as well as Classics, substantially broadens our understanding of the gladiatorial contest and its place within the highly politicized cult practice of the Roman Empire. This book will be important reading for all students and scholars of the ancient world."--BOOK JACKET.
Subjects: Social aspects, Human sacrifice, Social aspects of Games, Civilization, Games, Amphitheaters, Gladiators, Rome, history, Rome, civilization, Gladiateurs, Civilisation, Sacrifice humain, Sport, Gladiatorenspiel, Zirzensische Spiele, Amfitheaters, Spelen (evenementen), Politieke aspecten, Romeinse oudheid
Places: Rome
LC classification: GV35 .F88 1997