This book defines the processes used for delivering a range of food
items to the city of Rome and its hinterland from the first century
AD using modern supply chain modelling techniques. The subject
matter delves into the wider supply of goods, such as wood and
building products, to add further perspective to the breadth of the
system managed by the Roman administration to ensure supply and
political stability. It assesses the impact of strategic changes
such as the introduction of water-powered milling technology and
restructuring of the annona in this period, as well as
administrative reforms. Evidence from ancient sources, both
literary and epigraphic, along with relevant archaeological
comparative evidence is used to develop a detailed supply model,
including the mapping of warehouse management systems; port and
river traffic co-ordination; quality control mechanisms and
administrative structures. Unlike other contemporary studies, this
model takes into consideration supply chain losses to correct the
erroneous assumption that supply is equal to consumption. A product
flow map from the source of supply to the consumer details the
labour, equipment and infrastructure required at each stage,
painting a graphic picture of just what an achievement it was for
the administration to have maintained such a complex system over
this long time period. Food Provisions for Ancient Rome provides an
in depth exploration of this topic that will be of interest to
anyone working on the city of Rome under the empire, as well as
those interested in imperial administration and logistics.
General
Imprint: |
Routledge
|
Country of origin: |
United Kingdom |
Series: |
Studies in Roman Space and Urbanism |
Release date: |
November 2020 |
First published: |
2021 |
Authors: |
Paul James
|
Dimensions: |
234 x 156 x 22mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Hardcover
|
Pages: |
210 |
ISBN-13: |
978-0-367-14339-8 |
Categories: |
Books
|
LSN: |
0-367-14339-9 |
Barcode: |
9780367143398 |
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