《学校图书馆杂志》(School Library Journal)书评
Gr 6 UpNardo begins this thorough and well-written series entry by setting the scene and describing the early Roman stadiums and the various uses for such arenas. He discusses building methods and materials, the importance placed on grander and more lavish engineering feats, and the architectural codes that evolved over time. The text then describes the purposes and uses of the Amphitheatrum Flavium, the emperors involved in its various stages of construction, significant related political events, and the details of how it was built. While not as splashy or colorful as an "Eyewitness"-type overview, this book's numerous black-and-white photos, reproductions, diagrams, and maps enhance and extend the information. Sidebars provide primary-source materials and interesting quotations from writers and visitors throughout the ages. An excellent glossary, bibliography, and index round out this in-depth presentation.Sana P. Daliva, Kahului Public Library, HI (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
《书目》(Booklist)书评
Gr. 6^-10. Lucent's new Building Histories series focuses on famous structures and architectural styles and the civilizations they represent. In this book, Rome's great Colosseum is put into historical perspective: the early wooden arenas, the stone replacements, the corrupt rule of Nero, and events that lead to the building of the Colosseum itself. Described also, of course, are the infamous games that were held there. Details of the construction, including drawings of the raising of the huge awning, serve to illustrate the magnitude of the undertaking. Excerpts from historical documents written as early as the first century and impressions of the ruins written by such well-known authors as Longfellow, Shelley, and Dickens enliven the text. A time line, a glossary, and thorough notes help make this book excellent report material. --Helen Rosenberg
