The Roman Retail Revolution

Explore the vital role of tabernae - food and drink outlets - in ancient Roman cities with this richly researched and interdisciplinary investigation. Through a critical analysis of archaeological and textual sources, the book unveils the historical development of Roman retail landscapes, identifying three major waves or revolutions in the shaping of the city. This original and insightful volume draws from recent excavations of a Pompeian neighborhood and a field survey of more than 100 Roman cities, providing a fresh perspective on the lives of the Roman sub-elite and the evolution of urbanism in ancient Rome.