Routledge - Security in Roman Times: Rome, Italy and the Emperors

Explore the history of urban safety and imperial protection with Security in Roman Times by Routledge. This scholarly work examines the various methods used to protect the emperor and the city of Rome throughout the imperial age. By analyzing a wide range of evidence, including literary, epigraphic, numismatic, and iconographic sources, the book provides a detailed look at how security evolved from the old Republic into the era of the emperors. Readers will learn about the strategic changes made by Augustus to ensure physical safety while managing the presence of armed men within the city. The text explains how the division of Rome into 14 regions and 265 vici helped establish control over urban spaces. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in ancient history, urban management, and the political evolution of Rome during its most significant eras.