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Discover the transformative insights of 'The Science of Roman History,' an essential read for history enthusiasts and scholars alike. This groundbreaking book, published by Princeton University Press in 2020, explores how cutting-edge science is reshaping our understanding of ancient Rome. Walter Scheidel, a renowned historian, collaborates with leading anthropologists and geneticists to bring forth a comprehensive analysis of life in antiquity. By leveraging novel scientific evidence—from climate studies to genetic research—this book paints a vivid picture of the Roman world.
Inside, readers will delve into topics such as the impact of climate change on Roman society, innovative agricultural practices revealed through botanical and animal remains, and a detailed examination of human skeletal materials that unveil insights into health, diet, and migration. This work meticulously analyzes trends in human body height, providing critical markers of well-being in ancient populations. Furthermore, it highlights the significance of genetics in tracking ancient diseases and migrations, illustrating the interconnectedness of the Roman Empire with modern populations.
Ideal for those interested in ancient history, archaeology, and biohistory, 'The Science of Roman History' is a pivotal work that opens new avenues for research in the ancient world. With its well-researched content and accessible presentation, this book will become an indispensable addition to your collection of historical texts.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9780691195988. Format: Trade paperback (US). Year: 2020. Publisher: Princeton University Press.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780691195988
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2020
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Description:
How the latest cutting-edge science offers a fuller picture of life in Rome and antiquity
This groundbreaking book provides the first comprehensive look at how the latest advances in the sciences are transforming our understanding of ancient Roman history. Walter Scheidel brings together leading historians, anthropologists, and geneticists at the cutting edge of their fields, who explore novel types of evidence that enable us to reconstruct the realities of life in the Roman world.
Contributors discuss climate change and its impact on Roman history, and then cover botanical and animal remains, which cast new light on agricultural and dietary practices. They exploit the rich record of human skeletal material--both bones and teeth-which forms a bio-archive that has preserved vital information about health, nutritional status, diet, disease, working conditions, and migration. Complementing this discussion is an in-depth analysis of trends in human body height, a marker of general well-being. This book also assesses the contribution of genetics to our understanding of the past, demonstrating how ancient DNA is used to track infectious diseases, migration, and the spread of livestock and crops, while the DNA of modern populations helps us reconstruct ancient migrations, especially colonization.
Opening a path toward a genuine biohistory of Rome and the wider ancient world, The Science of Roman History offers an accessible introduction to the scientific methods being used in this exciting new area of research, as well as an up-to-date survey of recent findings and a tantalizing glimpse of what the future holds.
Inside, readers will delve into topics such as the impact of climate change on Roman society, innovative agricultural practices revealed through botanical and animal remains, and a detailed examination of human skeletal materials that unveil insights into health, diet, and migration. This work meticulously analyzes trends in human body height, providing critical markers of well-being in ancient populations. Furthermore, it highlights the significance of genetics in tracking ancient diseases and migrations, illustrating the interconnectedness of the Roman Empire with modern populations.
Ideal for those interested in ancient history, archaeology, and biohistory, 'The Science of Roman History' is a pivotal work that opens new avenues for research in the ancient world. With its well-researched content and accessible presentation, this book will become an indispensable addition to your collection of historical texts.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9780691195988. Format: Trade paperback (US). Year: 2020. Publisher: Princeton University Press.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780691195988
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2020
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Description:
How the latest cutting-edge science offers a fuller picture of life in Rome and antiquity
This groundbreaking book provides the first comprehensive look at how the latest advances in the sciences are transforming our understanding of ancient Roman history. Walter Scheidel brings together leading historians, anthropologists, and geneticists at the cutting edge of their fields, who explore novel types of evidence that enable us to reconstruct the realities of life in the Roman world.
Contributors discuss climate change and its impact on Roman history, and then cover botanical and animal remains, which cast new light on agricultural and dietary practices. They exploit the rich record of human skeletal material--both bones and teeth-which forms a bio-archive that has preserved vital information about health, nutritional status, diet, disease, working conditions, and migration. Complementing this discussion is an in-depth analysis of trends in human body height, a marker of general well-being. This book also assesses the contribution of genetics to our understanding of the past, demonstrating how ancient DNA is used to track infectious diseases, migration, and the spread of livestock and crops, while the DNA of modern populations helps us reconstruct ancient migrations, especially colonization.
Opening a path toward a genuine biohistory of Rome and the wider ancient world, The Science of Roman History offers an accessible introduction to the scientific methods being used in this exciting new area of research, as well as an up-to-date survey of recent findings and a tantalizing glimpse of what the future holds.