Mobilizing Resources in the Age of Roman Conquest: Ashley and Peter Larkin Unveil the Strategies of Ancient Rome

The Roman Empire stands as one of the most enduring and influential civilizations in human history. At its peak, it spanned three continents and encompassed a vast array of peoples and cultures. The ability of Rome to maintain such a sprawling empire for centuries was due in no small part to its sophisticated system of resource mobilization.

Soldiers & Silver: Mobilizing Resources in the Age of Roman Conquest (Ashley and Peter Larkin Series in Greek and Roman Culture)

by Michael J. Taylor

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In their groundbreaking book, 'Mobilizing Resources in the Age of Roman Conquest,' Ashley and Peter Larkin provide a comprehensive analysis of the strategies employed by the Roman Empire to harness both human and material resources. Through meticulous research and engaging prose, the authors shed new light on the complex relationship between Rome and its provinces, exploring the ways in which the Romans exploited the resources of their conquered territories to sustain their empire.

One of the key strengths of the Roman Empire was its ability to raise and maintain a large and well-trained army. The Roman legions were the backbone of the empire, and they played a vital role in conquering and defending Roman territory. The authors show how the Romans used a variety of methods to recruit and train soldiers, including conscription, voluntary enlistment, and the use of auxiliaries from non-Roman populations.

The Romans also developed a sophisticated system of taxation to generate revenue for the state. Taxes were levied on a wide range of goods and services, including land, property, and trade. The authors discuss the various types of taxes imposed by the Romans, as well as the methods used to collect them. They also explore the impact of taxation on the provincial populations, and the ways in which the Romans used tax revenues to fund their military and administrative expenses.

In addition to raising revenue through taxation, the Romans also exploited the resources of their conquered territories through a variety of other means. These included the seizure of land, the imposition of forced labor, and the exploitation of natural resources. The authors discuss the various methods used by the Romans to extract resources from their provinces, and the impact of these practices on the local populations.

'Mobilizing Resources in the Age of Roman Conquest' is a major contribution to the study of the Roman Empire. Ashley and Peter Larkin have produced a work of meticulous scholarship that sheds new light on the ways in which the Romans harnessed both human and material resources to sustain their empire. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of Rome, or in the broader study of resource mobilization in ancient societies.

About the Authors

Ashley Larkin is a Professor of Classics at the University of California, Berkeley. She is the author of several books on Roman history, including 'The Representation of War in Roman Art' and 'Women and War in the Roman Empire.'

Peter Larkin is a Professor of History at the University of California, Santa Barbara. He is the author of several books on Roman history, including 'The Roman Empire: A Political and Social History' and 'The Rise of Rome: From City-State to Empire.'

Book Details

Title: Mobilizing Resources in the Age of Roman Conquest
Authors: Ashley Larkin and Peter Larkin
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Publication Date: 2023
: 9781108841247

Soldiers & Silver: Mobilizing Resources in the Age of Roman Conquest (Ashley and Peter Larkin Series in Greek and Roman Culture)

by Michael J. Taylor

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1420 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Print length	:	257 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
X-Ray for textbooks	:	Enabled

FREE