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24: Tides of History: The Roman City
The Fall of Rome Podcast
The Role of Roman Cities in the Economy
Roman cities were essential to the distinctive features of the Roman economy, both as products and creators. Scholars debated whether the cities were merely consumer hubs for the elite or if they contributed significantly to the economy. The primitivist position highlights how the elite's focus on power led to rent-seeking behavior and land ownership instead of commercial activities.
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