cm.-(Wisconsin studies in classics) Includes bibliographical references and index. Imperium and cosmos: Augustus and the northern Campus Martius / Paul Rehak edited by John G. Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data Rehak, Paul. The University of Wisconsin Press Monroe Street Madison, Wisconsin Henrietta Street London , England Copyright © The Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System All rights reserved Printed in the United States of America I C Augustus and the Northern Campus Martius ![]() ![]() Publication of this book has been aided by a grant from the von Bothmer Publication Fund of the Archaeological Institute of America and through the generous support and enduring vision of Warren G. In an analysis firmly contextualized by a thorough discussion of the earlier models and motifs that inspired these Augustan monuments, Rehak shows how the princeps used these on such an unprecedented scale as to truly elevate himself above the common citizen. Rehak closely examines the artistic imagery on these monuments, providing numerous illustrations, tables, and charts. ''Imperium and Cosmos'' focuses on Augustus' Mausoleum and Ustrinum (site of his cremation), the Horologium-Solarium (a colossal sundial), and the Ara Pacis (Altar to Augustan Peace), all of which transformed the northern Campus Martius into a tribute to his life and a vast memorial for his deification after death. Paul Rehak argues against this impression of humility and suggests that Augustus sought immortality - an eternal glory gained through deliberate planning for his niche in history while flexing his existing power. Caesar Augustus promoted a modest image of himself as the first among equals (princeps), a characterization that was as recognized with the ancient Romans as it is with many scholars today.
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