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 More on Myth. Provides a quick introduction to a myth central to the art, e.g. Serapis, Seven against Thebes.

 Ancients on Art. These quotations allow readers to engage, in translation, ancient testimony about this material.

 Form & Function. Examines an aspect of Roman life in relation to some of the art or architectural pieces described, e.g. analysis of amphitheaters, bath complexes, the Forum Romanum.

 Historical Context. Includes information on specific events, e.g. Dacian wars, the Jewish Revolt, and particular individuals, e.g. Antinous, Valerian.

Art and LiteratureA View from the ProvincesScholarly Perspective

Suggestions for Further ReadingScholarly PerspectiveGuide to Further Reading

Finally, the book is supplemented with online content including additional images of many of the monuments to allow instructors to illustrate views or details of works of art not limited to those in the book.

This note is designed to help you get the most out of the book by pointing out its approach, some of the features, and offering a time‐honored strategy for success.