The Cambridge Companion to the Roman Economy

Name: The Cambridge Companion to the Roman Economy
Brand: Cambridge University Press
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By Walter Scheidel

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This book offers readers a comprehensive and innovative introduction to the economy of the Roman Empire. Focusing on the principal determinants, features and consequences of Roman economic development and integrating additional web-based materials, it is designed as an up-to-date survey that is accessible to all audiences. Five main sections discuss theoretical approaches drawn from economics, labor regimes, the production of power and goods, various means of distribution from markets to predation, and the success and ultimate failure of the Roman economy. The book not only covers traditionally prominent features such as slavery, food production and monetization but also highlights the importance of previously neglected aspects such as the role of human capital, energy generation, rent-taking, logistics and human wellbeing, and convenes a group of five experts to debate the nature of Roman trade.

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Binding:: Paperback
Edition:: illustrated
Number of Pages:: 458
Release Date:: 2012-11-08
Publication Date:: 2016-02-29
Publisher:: Cambridge University Press
Languages:: Original: English
ISBN10:: 0521726883
ISBN13:: 9780521726887
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:: [email protected]
Weight:: 658 g
Height:: 15.2 cm
Width:: 22.9 cm
Thickness:: 2.5 cm

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