Abstract: This paper examines how hegemonic ideologies and discourses shape public representations of ancient history, including in popular culture. Ideally speaking, classroom practices need to foster critical engagement with various… Read More ›
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Vae, puto deus fio. How to make a Bad Emperor
How did the images and possible deification of recently deceased Roman emperors come into being? How were they forgotten?
Quanta Roma fuit ipsa ruina docet
Many visitors, when they see the ruins of ancient Rome, feel admiration for its past greatness, but also grief over the present devastation.