Verlag: Forgotten Books, 2017
ISBN 10: 0332238997 ISBN 13: 9780332238999
Anbieter: Forgotten Books, London, Vereinigtes Königreich
Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a comprehensive exploration of the life and reign of the Roman emperor Hadrian, who ruled from 117 to 138 CE. Known for his love of art and culture, Hadrian embarked on extensive travels throughout the empire, leaving behind a legacy of architectural marvels and infrastructure improvements. His ambitious building projects included the Pantheon, Hadrian's Wall, and the restoration of the Temple of Jupiter in Athens, showcasing his appreciation for classical architecture and Hellenistic culture. Through his travels, Hadrian sought to strengthen the empire by addressing the needs of provinces and fostering a sense of unity among diverse populations. The author delves into Hadrian's complex character, highlighting his intelligence, curiosity, and artistic sensibilities, while also acknowledging his vanity, envy, and occasional cruelty. Ultimately, the book provides a nuanced portrait of a fascinating historical figure who played a significant role in shaping the Roman Empire's cultural and political landscape. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.
Verlag: Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 0332238997 ISBN 13: 9780332238999
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PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Verlag: Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 0332238997 ISBN 13: 9780332238999
Anbieter: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Vereinigtes Königreich
PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.