Title

"‘Our Empire is Your Empire’: Classical Reception at Caesars Atlantic City."

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

6-2014

Abstract

The article focuses on the classical reception at the Caesars Atlantic City Hotel and Casino (CAC) in New Jersey. Topics discussed include the exterior displays and ancient theme of the building, the domination of three male leaders from the Roman history to the decoration and terminology of the building such as Roman General Julius Caesar, Roman Emperor Augustus, and the nonclassical King David, and CAC's choice of classical architectural elements and subjects.

Comments

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Publication Title

International Journal of the Classical Tradition

Published Citation

Rose, Marice. "‘Our Empire is Your Empire’: Classical Reception at Caesars Atlantic City." International Journal of the Classical Tradition 21, no. 2 (June 2014): 159-179.

DOI

10.1007/s12138-014-0342-2

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