Mary Beard
Tuesday 24th November 2015
Ely Cathedral, CB7 4DL
7.30pm
Ancient Rome matters. Its history of empire, conquest, cruelty and excess is something against which we still judge ourselves. Its myths and stories – from Romulus and Remus to the Rape of Lucretia – still strike a chord with us, and its debates about citizenship, security and the rights of the individual still influence our own debates on civil liberty today. SPQR is a new look at Roman history from one of the world’s foremost classicists. Covering 1,000 years of history, and casting fresh light on Roman culture – from slavery to running water – as well as exploring democracy, migration, religious controversy, social mobility and exploitation, this is a definitive history of ancient Rome. We are delighted to welcome Mary to Ely Cathedral; don’t miss this highlight of our Autumn Festival!