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From Caligula to the Nazis : The Nemi Ships in Diana's Sanctuary / John M. McManamon.
- Format:
- Book
- Author/Creator:
- McManamon, John M., author.
- Series:
- Ed Rachal Foundation nautical archaeology series.
- Ed Rachal Foundation Nautical Archaeology Series
- Language:
- English
- Subjects (All):
- Ships, Ancient--Italy--Nemi, Lake.
- Ships, Ancient.
- Underwater archaeology--Italy--History.
- Underwater archaeology.
- Nemi, Lake (Italy)--Antiquities, Roman.
- Nemi, Lake (Italy).
- Rome--Social life and customs.
- Rome.
- Museo delle navi romane (Nemi, Italy)--History.
- Museo delle navi romane (Nemi, Italy).
- Sanctuary of Diana (Nemi, Italy)--History.
- Sanctuary of Diana (Nemi, Italy).
- Caligula, Emperor of Rome, 12-41.
- Caligula.
- Mussolini, Benito, 1883-1945.
- Mussolini, Benito.
- Physical Description:
- 1 online resource (232 pages)
- Edition:
- First edition.
- Place of Publication:
- College Station : Texas A&M University Press, [2023]
- Summary:
- This book explores the historical and archaeological significance of the Nemi ships, two ancient Roman ships attributed to Emperor Caligula, discovered in Lake Nemi. It delves into their recovery and the broader historical context, including the role of Mussolini and the Nazis. The work examines the intersection of history and archaeology, and how these ships reflect the social and political life of ancient Rome. It aims to engage both the general public and specialists in nautical archaeology, offering insights into the historical narrative and archaeological practices. The author, John M. McManamon, combines scholarly research with storytelling to illuminate this intriguing chapter of history. Generated by AI.
- Contents:
- Preface: "From Caligula to the Nazis
- Great!"
- Epilogue as Prologue
- The Ships of Emperor Gaius (Caligula)
- The Ritual Setting
- Rebirth of Interest
- Underwater Archaeology in the Sixteenth Century
- The Hunt for Treasure Begins
- From the Art Market to the People of Italy
- The Dream Realized
- New Excavations
- State of the Questions.
- Notes:
- Description based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources.
- Part of the metadata in this record was created by AI, based on the text of the resource.
- Description based on print version record.
- Includes bibliographical references and index.
- ISBN:
- 9781648431159
- OCLC:
- 1441722734
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