Ancient Roman Sports, A-Z: Athletes, Venues, Events and Terms

by David Matz

 Chariot races. Gladiatorial combat. Fishing. Hunting. Swimming. The ancient Romans enjoyed these sports--sometimes with fanatical enthusiasm. This reference book contains more than 100 entries covering sporting events and activities of the era, and the Romans who sponsored, competed in and attended them.

Charioteer Appuleius Diocles, in a career spanning 24 years, competed in 4,257 races, winning an astounding 1,462 of them. Alypius,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1476671699
• ISBN13: 9781476671697
• Release Date: October 2019
• Publisher: McFarland & Company
• Length: 237 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.9" x 8.8"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher