No Longer Archaic, Not Yet Hellenistic: Urbanism in Transition (original) (raw)
2023, S. Bernard, L. M. Mignone, D. Padilla Peralta (edited by), Making the Middle Republic. New Approaches to Rome and Italy, c.400–200 BCE
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This work explores the transformation of Roman urbanism during the transition from a predominantly Etruscan identity to a Hellenistic character in the Middle Republican period. By analyzing various historical and material sources, it elucidates the interplay of socio-political dynamics, the redefinition of Rome's identity, and the implications of such changes for its broader geopolitical relationships. Key themes include the ideological construction of identity, evolving urban architecture, and the role of diplomacy in cementing Rome's status among Greek cities.
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