
audiobook
by Iginio Gentile, Serafino Ricci
A thorough, yet accessible, survey of Italic, Etruscan and Roman material culture, this volume brings together centuries‑old scholarship with the latest archaeological findings. Originally compiled by a renowned classicist, the text has been carefully revised and expanded by a leading museum conservator, who adds fresh bibliographic introductions and detailed footnotes that illuminate the most recent excavations. The book is organized into clear chronological sections, guiding listeners through the evolution of art, architecture, and everyday life across the three cultures.
Ninety‑six richly reproduced plates accompany the narrative, offering vivid visual references that complement the discussion of pottery, sculpture, and urban planning. An integrated atlas and comparative index make it easy to locate specific artifacts and track scholarly debates. Ideal for students and anyone curious about the foundations of Italy’s ancient heritage, the work balances rigorous research with a readable style that brings the ancient world to life.
Language
it
Duration
~8 hours (500K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Carla, Carlo Traverso, Barbara Magni and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Release date
2016-09-21
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
1843–1893
An Italian scholar of archaeology and art history, he wrote with a specialist’s eye for the ancient world and helped make classical subjects more accessible to readers of his time.
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1867–1943
An Italian archaeologist, epigrapher, and numismatist, he helped shape the study of coins and inscriptions in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His work moved easily between museums, universities, and publishing, making specialized scholarship feel practical and alive.
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