Rome: City and Empire

This catalogue recorded the British Museum objects on show in the exhibition Rome: City and Empire. These beautiful and engaging objects told the story of how Rome grew from a series of small villages to become a mighty empire.

From the tiny and personal, to grand commemorations of military power, they helped reveal how the empire was won and held, and celebrated the rich diversity of its peoples.

Included an exclusive chapter about the influence of Ancient Rome on contemporary Australia.