Running Rome and its Empire: The Places of Roman Governance

This volume explores the transformation of public space and administrative activities in republican and imperial Rome through an interdisciplinary examination of the topography of power. It examines urban development and the dynamics of administrative expansion, linking them with recent archaeological discoveries. It also considers new approaches to and theories on the uses of public space and incorporates new work in Roman studies that focuses on the spatial needs of human users.

Format: Hardback
Length: 310 pages
Publication date: 01 December 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive volume delves into the intricate transformation of public spaces and administrative activities in republican and imperial Rome through an interdisciplinary exploration of the topography of power. Throughout the Roman world, building projects were undertaken to create spaces for various civic purposes, including the convening of assemblies, the conduct of senate meetings, the administration of justice, the housing of the public treasury, and the management of the city through diverse magistracies, offices, and even archives. These administrative spaces, both open and closed, defined Roman life throughout the Republic and High Empire until the administrative and judicial transformations of the fourth century CE. This volume examines urban development and the dynamics of administrative expansion, drawing connections with some of the most recent archaeological discoveries. By doing so, it explores various aspects of the transformation of Roman administration during this period, considering new approaches to and theories on the uses of public space and incorporating fresh work in Roman studies that emphasizes the spatial requirements of human users rather than architectural style and design.

This captivating collection of essays holds immense appeal to students and scholars engaged in the study of Roman space and urbanism, Roman governance, and the broader administration of the Roman Empire. It offers valuable insights into the complex interplay between political, social, and spatial dynamics, shedding light on the evolving nature of Roman administration and its impact on the urban landscape.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032341774