Alison Futrell

About the Author

Alison Futrell is a distinguished historian and classicist whose work illuminates the vibrant world of ancient Rome through meticulous scholarship and engaging narrative. With a PhD in Classics from the University of Michigan, she has dedicated her career to exploring the intersections of politics, culture, and spectacle in the Roman Empire. Her book, The Roman Games: Historical Sources in Translation, offers an invaluable collection of primary texts that bring to life the grandeur and brutality of gladiatorial contests and public entertainments, making complex historical materials accessible to both scholars and enthusiasts. Futrell's research draws on archaeology, literature, and epigraphy to challenge traditional views of Roman society, emphasizing the role of public performance in shaping imperial identity. As a professor at the University of Arizona, she continues to inspire students and readers with her passion for antiquity, blending rigorous analysis with vivid storytelling to reveal the enduring relevance of Rome's past.