Synthesized answer
The provided passages do not explicitly list the evidence the author uses. However, the description of the book "SPQR" suggests that it explores "how Rome grew from an insignificant village in central Italy to a power that controlled territory from Spain to Syria" [1]. It also delves into "the basics of Roman culture from slavery to running water, as well as exploring democracy, migration, religious controversy, social mobility and exploitation" [2]. The book also examines "the Romans' own abbreviation for their state: Senatus Populusque Romanus, 'the Senate and People of Rome'" [2].
The passages indicate that the book covers "1,000 years of history" and offers a "new look at Roman history" [1]. They also mention that the author explores "how the Romans thought about themselves and their achievements, and why they are still important to us" [1]. However, the specific types of evidence, such as primary sources, archaeological findings, or scholarly interpretations, are not detailed in these snippets.
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From the book
Title: SPQR by Mary Beard Description: 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. It explores not only how Rome grew from an insignificant village in central Italy to a power that controlled…
their state: Senatus Populusque Romanus, 'the Senate and People of Rome'. Categories: History Pages: 425 Snippet: Covering 1,000 years of history, and casting fresh light on the basics of Roman culture from slavery to running water, as well as exploring democracy, migration, religious controversy, social mobility and exploitation in the larger context ...