Roma Traversata: Tracing Historic Pathways through Rome

Roma Traversata analyzes pathways to decipher Rome's urban layout, highlighting prehistoric, ancient, and post-classical routes. Ceen's book explores the interactions between buildings and public space, emphasizing urban reciprocity.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 15 November 2022
Publisher: Cornell University Press

Roma Traversata is a study that explores the intricate urban layout of Rome, tracing the pathways that converged on the Roman Forum, the ancient city center, and the subsequent development of the city. The study reveals that many of the prehistoric country paths leading to the Forum are still visible in the modern city, along with other major streets that were added in ancient times. Additionally, Medieval and Renaissance streets further shaped the city, with some providing the framework for Rome's late 19th-century urban development. Ceen's book, Ceen, follows nine routes through the city, including three prehistoric, three ancient, and three post-classical pathways. Through his study, Ceen emphasizes that streets are not merely spaces between buildings but have their own formal character and can even influence certain aspects of buildings. Rather than prioritizing streets over buildings, Ceen explores the interactions between buildings and public space, which he terms "urban reciprocity." The book is profusely and beautifully illustrated, showcasing the beauty and significance of Rome's streets and pathways as places in their own right.

Weight: 1012g
Dimension: 215 x 280 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781501762901