Those about to Die by Mannix, Daniel P.
Those about to Die by Mannix, Daniel P.

Those about to Die

The basis for the new Peacock television series: The classic, in-depth account of the ancient Romans' obsession...
$43.00 AUD
$43.00 AUD
SKU: 9781504098441
Product Type: Books
Please hurry! Only 0 left in stock
Author: Daniel P. Mannix
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Subtotal: $43.00
10 customers are viewing this product
Those about to Die by Mannix, Daniel P.

Those about to Die

$43.00
Those about to Die by Mannix, Daniel P.

Those about to Die

$43.00
Author: Daniel P. Mannix
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Description
The basis for the new Peacock television series: The classic, in-depth account of the ancient Romans' obsession with the bloody and brutal gladiatorial games.

"If you can imagine a superior American sports writer suddenly being transported back in time to cover the ancient Roman games, you will have some idea of the flavor and zest of [Those About to Die]," said the Los Angeles Times about Daniel P. Mannix's century-by-century--and nearly moment-by-moment--narrative of the Roman Empire's national institution. Putting the games in the context of Rome's rise and dramatic fall, Mannix captures all the history, planning, and savage pageantry that went into creating the first spectator sports.

The games began in 238 BC as nearly county fair-like entertainment, with trick riding, acrobats, trained animals, chariot racing, and athletic events. The contests then evolved into slave fights thanks to wealthy patricians Marcus and Decimus Brutus, who wanted to give their father an unforgettable funeral by reviving an old tradition. What the brothers wrought, Rome devoured, demanding even greater violence to satisfy the bloodlust of the crowd. Architectural wonders in themselves, massive arenas like Circus Maximus and the Colosseum were built, able to host sea battle reenactments on actual water. Successful gladiators found fame, fortune--and freedom.

But as Rome begin to fall in the fifth century, so did the games, devolving into nothing more than pointless massacres. In the end, millions of humans and animals were sacrificed in barbaric displays. What were once ceremonies given in honor of gods met an inglorious fate, yet they still captivate the imagination of people today.

Author: Daniel P. Mannix
Publisher: Open Road Media
Published: 07/25/2024
Pages: 212
Binding Type: Paperback
ISBN: 9781504098441
Shipping & Return

Returns Policy

You may return most new, unopened items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We'll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.).

You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).

If you need to return an item, simply login to your account, view the order using the "Complete Orders" link under the My Account menu and click the Return Item(s) button. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received and processed the returned item.

Shipping

We can ship to virtually any address in the world. Note that there are restrictions on some products, and some products cannot be shipped to international destinations.

When you place an order, we will estimate shipping and delivery dates for you based on the availability of your items and the shipping options you choose. Depending on the shipping provider you choose, shipping date estimates may appear on the shipping quotes page.

Please also note that the shipping rates for many items we sell are weight-based. The weight of any such item can be found on its detail page. To reflect the policies of the shipping companies we use, all weights will be rounded up to the next full pound.

Review

Related Products

Example product title
$43.00 AUD
$43.00 AUD
Example product title
$43.00 AUD
$43.00 AUD
Example product title
$43.00 AUD
$43.00 AUD
Example product title
$43.00 AUD
$43.00 AUD
Example product title
$43.00 AUD
$43.00 AUD
Example product title
$43.00 AUD
$43.00 AUD
Example product title
$43.00 AUD
$43.00 AUD
Example product title
$43.00 AUD
$43.00 AUD
Example product title
$43.00 AUD
$43.00 AUD
Example product title
$43.00 AUD
$43.00 AUD

Recently Viewed Products