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Spartacus and Gladiators, with Mary Beard
October 31, 2025
Description
Where did gladiatorial combat originate? Who was Spartacus, the legendary gladiator? How did he come to lead the most famous slave revolt in all Roman history? How did the rebellion unfold? And,...
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Books Referenced
The Colosseum
Author: Mary Beard (co-author)
Context:
Tom Holland introduces Mary Beard by noting that 'she co-authored a book on the Colosseum, probably the most iconic building in the whole of Rome.' This is mentioned as context for why Mary Beard is a suitable guest to discuss gladiators and Spartacus.