The City in the Greek and Roman World by E J Owens

The City in the Greek and Roman World by E J Owens

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Drawing on archaeology, literary and epigraphic evidence, technical literature, and descriptions of cities from travellers and geographers, the author traces the evolution of town planning, and shows the centrality of the city in ancient life.

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The City in the Greek and Roman World by E J Owens

Drawing on archaeology, literary and epigraphic evidence, professional and technical literature, and descriptions of cities by travellers and geographers, the author traces the developments of town planning, revealing the importance of the city to political, religious, and social life in the Greek and Roman world.

`This is a useful and concise archaeological survey of ancient cities, which includes a glance at their aquaducts, sewers, and public buildings, and a brief appendix on the various laws the cities enacted to govern urban growth - Choice

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ISBN 13 9780415082242
ISBN 10 0415082242
Title The City in the Greek and Roman World
Author E J Owens
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Year published 1992-10-08
Number of pages 222
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.