The Economy of Roman Palestine / Edition 1

by Ze'ev Safrai

Overview

The Economy of Roman Palestine presents a description of the economy of the province of Judea-Palestina in the Roman era (AD70 to AD400) on the basis of a broad selection of primary rabbinic sources and a considerable volume of archaeological findings. The period studied is characterised by demographic growth and corresponding economic development. The work describes the agricultural and agrarian structure of the province, the pattern of settlement, trade, and other aspects, depicting an economy based to a great extent on an open market.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780415102438
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	03/17/1994
Pages:	512
Product dimensions:	6.12(w) x 9.19(h) x (d)
Age Range:	18 Years

About the Author

Ze'ev Safrai

Table of Contents

1 Settlement patterns 2 Modes of production 3 Trade in the Land of Israel in the Roman period 4 The organizational framework of farming 5 Open or closed economy in the Land of Israel during the Roman period? 6 Demographic multiplication and economic growth

Editorial Reviews

‘This comprehensive monograph, the first of its kind, is likely to become a standard work of reference.' - Publication Unknown

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