A History of Roman Art

by Steven L. Tuck

A History of Roman Art provides a wide-ranging survey of the subject from the founding of Rome to the rule of Rome's first Christian emperor, Constantine. Incorporating the most up-to-date information available on the topic, this new textbook explores the creation, use, and meaning of art in the Roman world.Extensively illustrated with 375 color photographs and line drawings Broadly defines Roman art to include the various cultures that contributed to the Roman system Focuses throughout on the overarching themes of Rome's cultural inclusiveness and art's important role in promoting Roman values Discusses a wide range of Roman painting, mosaic, sculpture, and decorative arts, as well as architecture and associated sculptures within the cultural contexts they were created and developed Offers helpful and instructive pedagogical features for students, such as timelines; key terms defined in margins; a glossary; sidebars with key lessons and explanatory material on artistic technique, stories, and ancient authors; textboxes on art and literature, art from the provinces, and important scholarly perspectives; and primary sources in translation A book companion website is available at www.wiley.com/go/romanart with the following PowerPoint slides, glossary, and timeline Steven Tuck is the 2014 recipient of the American Archaeological Association's Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching Award.

Genres: History, Art, Nonfiction, School, Ancient History, Art History

408 pages, Kindle Edition

First published December 4, 2014

About the author

Steven L. Tuck is Assistant Professor of Classics at Miami University of Ohio.

Reviews

[Jinke Koning]

This book cost me a rib so if I do not pass my exam I want it back.

[Beanie]

I read this for school and am counting it towards my reading goal

[Phil]

This is a textbook for courses in Roman art and, as such, should affect how one should read it. It is systematically laid out, organized by periods, corresponding with the historical divisions in Roman history from the Republican to the various dynasties of the Imperial period, with useful short discussions of scholarly issues. It discusses the major pieces and themes of each period in a concise and clear form. It is an excellent reference work.

[hayden kobiljak]

PROPERTIES OF THIS BOOK:
- History
- Nonfiction
- Art/Art History
- Pictures/Myths/Maps

WHY I DECIDED TO READ THIS BOOK:
- I had to read it for my college class

WHAT I LIKED:
- It was very informational and gave good depth on topics

WHAT I DIDN’T LIKE:
- Nothing much - it was a solid read for a history class

[Ruchi Shah]

Wow this is so well written and gave me a comprehensive introduction to Roman art and history. Hope I pass my final. Also just so excited to see some of these monuments, buildings, and pieces in real life.

[Maria Bank]

Amazing book with pictures as great as the text - normally one of the two would be failing in a book like this.

[Alba Valiente]

I read this in speedrun mode because i have a uni exam, but it's so good it has great explantions and pictures, both of them being great its not common in manuals

[Minami Uchida]

UGH ik it’s on me but why couldn’t i just read the chaoters in 15 minutes before class and not AN HOUR PLUS

[Kentucky Cried Fricken]

Read for Roman Art and Architecture class; my least favourite book

[Marisa (Mirroredpages)]

I didn't even open it once, so I can't really say if it's good or bad, just unnecessary to my course.