
Agrippa I
A Comprehensive Archaeological Study of the Last King of Roman Judaea and a True Crime Inquiry
Elizabeth Legge(Author)
Elizabeth Legge (Publisher)
Published on 2. March 2025
Book
Paperback/Softback
740 pages
979-8-227-75183-6 (ISBN)
Description
Agrippa I: A Comprehensive Archaeological Study of the Last King of Roman Judaea and a True Crime Inquiry
Delve into the fascinating world of Agrippa I, the last king of Roman Judaea, through this meticulously researched and riveting exploration. Written by a classical archaeologist and doctor of medicine candidate with prior degrees in classical studies and the biological sciences, this book offers a comprehensive archaeological study of Agrippa I's reign, revealing the historical, political, and cultural intricacies of his time.
Highlights include:An in-depth analysis of Agrippa I's rise to power and his complex relationships with key Roman figures, including Claudius and Caligula.
A groundbreaking archaeological investigation into the true crime events that shaped Agrippa I's life, with new interpretations of ancient sources including Josephus. uncovering secrets and mysteries long buried in history.
Visual insights through architectural remains, coinage, and other artifacts compared against the ancient historical record, with research involving a perusal of over 200 ancient and scholarly sources.
First published as a Classical Archaeology Master's thesis by the University of Pisa, this work achieved full grades and now provides an in-depth understanding of one of history's most intriguing figures. Perfect for scholars, history enthusiasts, and true crime aficionados alike, this book promises to illuminate the past with fresh perspective and scholarly rigour.
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Language
English
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Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 216 mm
Width: 140 mm
Thickness: 43 mm
Weight
1026 gr
ISBN-13
979-8-227-75183-6 (9798227751836)
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Elizabeth Legge is a Doctor of Medicine candidate at a European university. She achieved her Master's degree in Classical Archaeology at the University of Pisa, Italy and will be pursuing a PhD in the field. She was awarded her Bachelor of Arts in Classical Studies and Bachelor of Sciences in Integrated Sciences at the University of British Columbia, Canada. She has travelled extensively to all continents since childhood and lived in many countries. She is Australian, Canadian and half English.