The Martyrs Of The Coliseum : Historical Records Of The Great Amphitheater Of Ancient Rome (1874)
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The Martyrs of the Coliseum is a historical record of the famous amphitheater of ancient Rome, written by A.J. O'Reilly and published in 1874. The book chronicles the lives and deaths of the Christian martyrs who were thrown into the Coliseum to be devoured by wild animals or killed in gladiatorial combat. It also provides a detailed account of the construction and use of the Coliseum, as well as the political and social context of ancient Rome. O'Reilly's work is based on extensive research and includes eyewitness accounts and historical documents, making it a valuable resource for scholars and anyone interested in the history of ancient Rome.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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- ISBN-13: 9781164075882
- ISBN-10: 1164075888
- Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- Publish Date: September 2010
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.94 inches
- Shipping Weight: 1.37 pounds
- Page Count: 468
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