Overview

This book offers a comprehensive survey of Roman maritime villas along the Tyrrhenian coast of southern Latium, tracing their architectural evolution and construction methods from the 2nd century BC to the 3rd century AD. It uses an interdisciplinary approach combining archival research, field surveys, and archaeological and historiographical analysis. It analyses 109 villa sites across 12 ancient towns' territories, from Ardea to Sinuessa, offering a fresher perspective on the key role played by this region in the evolution and perfecting of the maritime villa typology. The chronological assessment of this large sample of villa sites reveals that the appearance of early maritime in southern Latium preceded that on the Bay of Naples. A careful examination of existing or identifiable structures has unveiled pioneering architectural innovations that are remarkable for their early dates and distinctiveness. Given the presence of production activities associated with these villas, particular attention is paid to the marine fishponds. By utilising 3D models of these structures, the author provides insightful analyses aimed at quantifying the costs of labour for their construction and their potential production capacity, aimed at both consumption within the villa and sale in local markets. This volume deploys archival data, detailed topographical documentation, fieldwork, updated plans, photographs, GIS, and 3D modelling to enhance our understanding of the region's architectural landscape. The distinctiveness of this book stems from its concentration on specific aspects of Roman maritime villa architecture, offering a comprehensive synthesis. The integration of various datasets into a unified analysis provides new interpretations of the architectural environment of coastal southern Latium and its broader implications for villa developments throughout the Mediterranean. 160 colour and b/w illustrations

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Author:   Roberta Ferritto
Publisher:   Casemate Publishers
Imprint:   Casemate Publishers
ISBN:  

9798888572153

Pages:   384
Publication Date:   25 November 2025
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
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Prologue Introduction: Helicopters Flying Life One: The Army 1968–1971 1: The Accidental Aviator 2: Chasing Buzzards 3: Engine Failure 4: The Playtex Club 5: First Takeoff Of The Day 6: Luck And Superstition 7: Survival Instruments 8: Tracers 9: Army Night Flight 10: Flares 11: Napalm 12: Last ’Nam Flight Flying Life Two: The National Guard 1972-1975 13: Truck Strike 14: National Guard Night Flight 15: Tornados 16: National Guard Summers Flying Life Three: The Marine Corps 1975-1993 17: Night Vision Goggles 18: Marine Corps Night Flight 19: Wires 20: Externals 21: The Ritual 22: Special Operations Capable 23: Broken On A Moroccan Beach Flying Life Four: The British Royal Navy 1983-1985 24: Sand 25: Introducing The Arctic To Captain Curtis 26: Royal Navy Night Flight—The Difficult Valley 27: Troop Lifting, With Night And Heavy Snow Showers 28: Long Flight Home 29: Sea Fog 30: Day And Night Passengers 31: Final Flight With The Royal Navy Epilogue: The Wall, 20 Years After Glossary Acknowledgments

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