Epigraphic Evidence
Ancient History From Inscriptions
1st Edition
Published on 12. November 2012
272 pages
978-1-134-81925-6 (ISBN)
Description
Epigraphic Evidence is an accessible guide to the responsible use of Greek and Latin inscriptions as sources for ancient history. It introduces the types of historical information supplied by inscriptional texts and the methods with which they can be used. It outlines the limitations as well as the advantages of the different types of evidence covered. Epigraphic Evidence includes a general introduction, a guide to the arrangement of the standard corpora inscriptions and individual chapters on local languages and native cultures, epitaphs and the ancient economy amongst others.
Reviews / Votes
'...essential. The beginner will gain a quick introduction, and the specialist will profit measurably... The world of Greek and Latin epigraphy gains much with the publication of this book.' - Michael Peachin, THES'The book is a useful introduction to many of the problems that the historian must be aware of when dealing with epigraphic evidence.' - Classical Review '...essential. The beginner will gain a quick introduction, and the specialist will profit measurably... The world of Greek and Latin epigraphy gains much with the publication of this book.' - Michael Peachin, THES
'This book is a wonderful resource.' - JACT Review
'The book is a useful introduction to many of the problems that the historian must be aware of when dealing with epigraphic evidence.' - Classical Review
More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Target group
College/higher education
File size
7,69 MB
ISBN-13
978-1-134-81925-6 (9781134819256)
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Person
John Bodel is Professor of Classics at Rutgers University and Director of the US Epigraphy Project.
Content
Preface 1 Epigraphy and the ancient historian 2 Local languages and native cultures 3 Names and identities: onomastics and prosopography 4 The family and society 5 Civic and religious life 6 Inscribed instrumentum and the ancient economy Appendix: A brief guide to some standard collections
