Imperial Rome and Ostia

Synopsis: Uses famous sites such as the ancient port of Ostia, the Baths of Caracalla and the Pantheon to examine how Imperial Rome was constructed, what materials were used, how it was defended, how it was supplied with food and water, how people were housed and entertained, and how the city functioned. Also discusses the social shaping of technology by showing how the Roman emperors used building techniques and materials to display their dominion.
Series: Cities and Technology: From Babylon to Singapore, Course At308
Language: English
Country: Great Britain
Medium: Video; Videocassette. Standard formats. col. 60 min.
Year of production: 1999
Availability: Sale; 2000 sale: £85.00 (+VAT +p&p)
Subjects: Classical studies
Keywords: cities; history of technology; Roman Empire; Rome

Producer

Charles Cooper

Cast

Colin Chant

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