{"title":"Carlin A. Barton","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the captivating works of Carlin A. Barton, a distinguished author in the fields of history and military studies. Barton's scholarship provides an illuminating exploration of ancient cultures, with a particular focus on Roman society. Her meticulous research and engaging narrative style bring the complexities of the past to life, making her books an essential read for history enthusiasts and scholars alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong Barton's notable contributions is \u003cem\u003eRoman Honor\u003c\/em\u003e, a profound investigation into the moral and ethical frameworks of Roman civilisation. This work delves into concepts of honour and societal values that shaped the Roman world, offering readers a deeper understanding of classical antiquity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBarton's writings not only enrich the reader's comprehension of historical contexts but also invite reflection on the enduring influence of ancient principles in modern times. Her expertly crafted narratives serve as a bridge between past and present, making history accessible and relevant to contemporary readers.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"roman-honor-by-carlin-a-barton-9780520225251","title":"Roman Honor","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is an attempt to coax Roman history closer to the bone, to the breath and matter of the living being. Drawing from a remarkable array of ancient and modern sources, Carlin Barton offers the most complex understanding to date of the emotional and spiritual life of the ancient Romans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHer provocative and original inquiry focuses on the sentiments of honour that shaped the Romans' sense of themselves and their society. Speaking directly to the concerns and curiosities of the contemporary reader, Barton brings Roman society to life, elucidating the complex relation between the inner life of its citizens and its social fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThough thoroughly grounded in the ancient writings—especially the work of Seneca, Cicero, and Livy—this book also draws from contemporary theories of the self and social theory to deepen our understanding of ancient Rome. Barton explores the relation between inner desires and social behaviour through an evocative analysis of the operation, in Roman society, of contests and ordeals, acts of supplication and confession, and the sense of shame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs she fleshes out Roman physical and psychological life, she particularly sheds new light on the consequential transition from republic to empire as a watershed of Roman social relations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBarton's ability to build productively on both old and new scholarship on Roman history, society, and culture and her imaginative use of a wide range of work in such fields as anthropology, sociology, psychology, modern history, and popular culture will make this book appealing for readers interested in many subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis beautifully written work not only generates insight into Roman history, but also uses that insight to bring us to a new understanding of ourselves, our modern codes of honour, and why it is that we think and act the way we do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000730861804,"sku":"9780520225251","price":66.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/5472843482373.jpg?v=1763301079"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/carlin-a-barton.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}