Augustan Culture

An Interpretive Introduction

Karl Galinsky

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Princeton University Pres
27 April 1998

History of art: ancient & classical art; History; European history; Ancient history: to c 500 CE; Cultural studies

Grand political accomplishment and artistic productivity were the hallmarks of Augustus Caesar's reign (31 B.C. to A.D. 14), which has served as a powerful model of achievement for societies throughout Western history. Although much research has been done on individual facets of Augustan culture, Karl Galinsky's book presents a unified overview, one that brings together political and social history, art, literature, architecture, and religion. Weaving analysis and narrative throughout an illustrated text, Galinsky provides an account of the major ideas of the age, and offers an interpretation of the creative tensions and contradictions that made for its vitality and influence. Galinsky draws on source material ranging from coins and inscriptions to the major works of poetry and art, and challenges the schematic concepts and dichotomies that have commonly been applied to Augustan culture. He demonstrates that this culture was neither monolithic nor the mere result of one man's will. Instead it was a nuanced process of evolution and experimentation.

By: Karl Galinsky
Imprint: Princeton University Pres
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: New edition
Dimensions: Height: 235mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 31mm
Weight: 652g
ISBN: 9780691058900
ISBN 10: 0691058903
Pages: 488
Publication Date: 27 April 1998
Audience: Professional and scholarly , College/higher education , Undergraduate , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for Augustan Culture: An Interpretive Introduction

A thought provoking study that complements and integrates the fruits of many significant studies on individual elements of this major international ancient culture. --Choice