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The Colosseum (Wonders of the World) (Paperback)

by Keith Hopkins (Author) "In 1843 the first edition of Murray's Handbook to Central Italy, the essential pocketbook companion for the well-heeled Victorian tourist, enthusiastically recommended a visit to..." (more)

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Paperback: 224 pages
Publisher: Profile Books; New Ed edition (19 Jan 2006)
Language English
ISBN-10: 1861974922
ISBN-13: 978-1861974921
Product Dimensions: 19.2 x 12.8 x 1.6 cm

Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)

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Allan Massie, Spectator

Anyone visiting Rome and making the obligatory sightseeing tour of the Colosseum will do well to read it in advance

Ian Thomson, Evening Standard

A superb new cultural history of the Colosseum

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In 1843 the first edition of Murray's Handbook to Central Italy, the essential pocketbook companion for the well-heeled Victorian tourist, enthusiastically recommended a visit to the Colosseum (or the 'Coliseum' as it was then regularly spelled). Read the first page

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5.0 out of 5 stars What have the Romans ever done for us?, 28 Jun 2006

By	Tequila Mockingbird (Wales) - See all my reviews

Picked up this book as I'm studying the Colosseum for a college course and what a find it is! Written in an engaging style without becoming too dry or academic, the book tells you not only about the structure itself and the incredible feat achieved in building it but also about the background of gladiatorial contests in the Roman empire and how the games fitted into Roman society. An effort has been made to include recent finds and theories about the Colosseum and many widely believed myths are "busted" too (Christians v Lions?), there is also some discussion about how this ruin has influenced later peoples (such as Byron and nineteenth century novelists).

The book is illustrated with some clear diagrams and pictures of paintings, graffito, and even an Asterix cartoon! One criticism is that sometimes some of the photographs are a little indistinct but this is only a very minor annoyance.

Also included are some tips on visiting the site.

All in all I found this book hugely enjoyable and have no reservation in recommending it to students or tourists alike!

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5.0 out of 5 stars I Really Loved this Book, 13 Oct 2006

By	J. Chippindale (England) - See all my reviews (TOP 50 REVIEWER)

The Colloseum in Rome is arguably one of the five most famous buildings in the world but there are very few books about it. At least I have found that to be the case, as I have always had a fascination for the place. May this is the macabre side of me coming out. But it is not just the gladiatorial contests and many other blood letting contests that went on including wild animals fighting both humans and one another or the naval battles that were fought there. Yes naval battles, with real ships and the arena flooded with water. I readily admit that I find these interesting and have done for many years.

However the main attraction of the Flavian Amphitheatre, to give it its correct name is its architectural beauty. It is a building that we would be hard pressed to replicate today, even with all the modern building techniques that we now possess. A building that could fill with people and empty at the end of the games quicker than most modern football stadiums. A building that has stood the test of time. It is only vibration and pollution from modern day traffic that is now affecting the building more than the last two thousand years ever have.

A building that had more happening underground than ever happened above ground. Gladiator quarters, infirmaries. Lifts and hoists moved by an intricate network of pulleys and cables, that allowed wild animals to be brought up to the arena level.

This book tells you everything you need to know and more. It is well written And has some illustrations, but these are secondary to the excellent text.

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5.0 out of 5 stars I Loved this Book, 13 Oct 2006

By	J. Chippindale (England) - See all my reviews (TOP 50 REVIEWER)

The Colosseum in Rome is arguably one of the five most famous buildings in the world but there are very few books about it. At least I have found that to be the case, as I have always had a fascination for the place. May this is the macabre side of me coming out. But it is not just the gladiatorial contests and many other blood letting contests that went on including wild animals fighting both humans and one another or the naval battles that were fought there. Yes naval battles, with real ships and the arena flooded with water. I readily admit that I find these interesting and have done for many years.

However the main attraction of the Flavian Amphitheatre, to give it its correct name is its architectural beauty. It is a building that we would be hard pressed to replicate today, even with all the modern building techniques that we now possess. A building that could fill with people and empty at the end of the games quicker than most modern football stadiums. A building that has stood the test of time. It is only vibration and pollution from modern day traffic that is now affecting the building more than the last two thousand years ever have.

A building that had more happening underground than ever happened above ground. Gladiator quarters, infirmaries. Lifts and hoists moved by an intricate network of pulleys and cables, that allowed wild animals to be brought up to the arena level.

This book tells you everything you need to know and more. It is well written And has some illustrations, but these are secondary to the excellent text.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
Excellent. Highly readable and very informative. I'm off to Rome in just over a week's time. I've been before and would otherwise not have paid much attention to the Colosseum... Read more

Published 1 month ago by Jonny Kash

5.0 out of 5 stars A brilliant book.
If you want to know some interesting facts about the Colosseum but aren't into dry academic type books, try this one. Read more

Published 8 months ago by Cath Andrews

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This book is fantastic. I had to do a project on the Colosseum for a course module and was a little stumped until I found this brilliant, brilliant book. Read more

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