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This book provides a survey of the architecture and urbanism of
Provence during the Roman era. Provence, or Gallia Narbonensis as
the Romans called it, was one of the earliest Roman colonies in
Western Europe. In this book, James C. Anderson, jr. examines the
layout and planning of towns in the region, both those founded by
the Romans and those redeveloped from native settlements. He
provides an in-depth study of the chronology, dating, and remains
of every type of Roman building for which there is evidence in
Provence. The stamp of Roman civilization is apparent today in such
cities as Orange, Nimes, and Arles, where spectacular remains of
bridges, theaters, fora, and temples attest to the sophisticated
civilization that existed in this area during the imperial period
and late antiquity. This book focuses on the remains of buildings
that can still be seen, exploring decorative elements and their
influence from Rome and local traditions, as well as their
functions within the urban environment."
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