Deze auteur dook in de diepten van de oude geschiedenis en sociologie en bewandelde een onconventioneel academisch pad. Zijn werk verkent vaak hoe oude samenlevingen werden gevormd en welke sociale structuren hen beïnvloedden. Door patronen te onderzoeken die culturen en tijdperken overstijgen, ligt de focus op het begrijpen van fundamenteel menselijk gedrag en maatschappelijke organisatie. Deze analyses bieden een geïnformeerd perspectief op het verleden en de weerspiegeling ervan in de huidige wereld.
Focusing on social questions from antiquity, Professor Hopkins presents a unique approach that blends ancient history with historical sociology. His insights aim to engage students and scholars alike, making the book a valuable resource for understanding the complexities of social dynamics in ancient societies.
The Colosseum was Imperial Rome's monument to warfare. The author tells the story of Rome's greatest arena: how it was built; the gladiatorial and other games that were held there; the training of the gladiators; the audiences who revelled in the games, and the emperors who staged them and the critics.
With daring imagination, the narrative immerses readers in the ancient world, vividly capturing its sights and sounds. It offers a fresh perspective on the history of Christianity, encouraging readers to understand the experiences of those who lived through it. This intellectual tour-de-force challenges conventional views, inviting a deeper exploration of historical context and personal narratives.
Collects fourteen important essays of Cambridge sociologist Keith Hopkins - one of the most radical, innovative and influential Roman historians of his generation. It will appeal to all those interested in Roman history and sociology and particularly to those eager to experience challenging and controversial approaches to understanding the past.