A Map of the Body, a Map of the Mind: Visualising Geographical Knowledge in the Roman World

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Exploring the interplay between geography and power in the Roman world, this study delves into various forms of geographical knowledge. It examines geographical treatises, histories, poems, and landscape representations, alongside images of barbarian peoples and practical tools like maps and itineraries. The work highlights how these geographical products shaped perceptions and influenced power dynamics in ancient Rome, offering a multifaceted view of the era's understanding of space and culture.