Pinnock's improved edition of Dr. Goldsmith's History of Rome by Oliver Goldsmith
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About this eBook
| Author | Goldsmith, Oliver, 1730?-1774 |
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| Annotator | Taylor, W. C. (William Cooke), 1800-1849 |
| Editor | Pinnock, William, 1782-1843 |
| LoC No. | 04036635 |
| Title |
Pinnock's improved edition of Dr. Goldsmith's History of Rome to which is prefixed an introduction to the study of Roman history, and a great variety of valuable information added throughout the work, on the manners, institutions, and antiquities of the Romans; with numerous biographical and historical notes; and questions for examination at the end of each section. By Wm. C. Taylor. |
| Edition | 35th American, from the 23d English ed. |
| Original Publication | Philadelphia, Thomas, Cowperthwait & Co., 1851 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 57.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "Pinnock's Improved Edition of Dr. Goldsmith's History of Rome" by William C. Taylor is a historical account likely written in the mid-19th century. This work serves as a comprehensive examination of Roman history, tracing the development of Rome from its early days through its rise to a vast empire. With detailed insights into Roman culture, politics, and society, it aims to elucidate the complex historical landscape of ancient Rome for students and readers. The opening of the book introduces the geographical outline of Italy and highlights the early political and tribal divisions that existed before the unification under Roman dominance. It emphasizes the perception of Italy as a cohesive entity that only acquired its name after various independent tribes were unified. The narrative sets the stage for understanding how these early regional distinctions contributed to the sociopolitical climate that allowed for the eventual formation of Rome. Additionally, it provides an overview of the terms and customs of the tribes inhabiting the peninsula, setting a foundational understanding for Roman history that will be explored in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DG: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta |
| Subject | Rome -- History |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 16387 |
| Release Date | Jul 29, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 12, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 185 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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