This sourcebook presents a wealth of material relating to everyaspect of Roman spectacles, especially gladiatorial combat andchariot racing.
- Draws on the words of eye-witnesses and participants, as wellas depictions of the games in mosaics and other works of art.
- Offers snapshots of “a day at the games” and“the life of a gladiator”.
- Includes numerous illustrations.
- Covers chariot-races, water pageants, naval battles and wildanimal fights, as well as gladiatorial combat.
- Combines political, social, religious and archaeologicalperspectives.
- Facilitates an in-depth understanding of this important featureof ancient life.
