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The book offers a detailed exploration of gladiatorial games in ancient Rome, tracing their evolution from solemn funeral rites to a major entertainment industry. It highlights the lives of professional gladiators, including the inclusion of women, and the potential for slaves to earn freedom through victories. With a typical career lasting around four years and a short lifespan, these fighters were akin to modern sports stars, earning substantial salaries. Illustrated throughout, the guide delves into gladiator customs, equipment, and their societal roles, providing a comprehensive understanding of this captivating phenomenon.
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Gladiator, Konstantin Nossov
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- Released
- 2011
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- Title
- Gladiator
- Subtitle
- The Complete Guide To Ancient Rome's Bloody Fighters
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Konstantin Nossov
- Publisher
- Globe Pequot Press
- Released
- 2011
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 208
- ISBN13
- 9780762773930
- Category
- History, World history
- Description
- The book offers a detailed exploration of gladiatorial games in ancient Rome, tracing their evolution from solemn funeral rites to a major entertainment industry. It highlights the lives of professional gladiators, including the inclusion of women, and the potential for slaves to earn freedom through victories. With a typical career lasting around four years and a short lifespan, these fighters were akin to modern sports stars, earning substantial salaries. Illustrated throughout, the guide delves into gladiator customs, equipment, and their societal roles, providing a comprehensive understanding of this captivating phenomenon.