Yegül, Fikret
Bathing in the Roman World
- ISBN 13:
- 9780521549622
- author:
- Yegül, Fikret
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 300
- Dimensions:
- 25.1 x 17.5 x 1.5 cm
- Genre:
- Ancient - Rome
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Bathing in the Roman World by Fikret Yegul explores the social and cultural significance of public bathing in ancient Rome. This comprehensive study examines the customs, rituals, and activities associated with baths, tracing their origins and development from ancient times to the Byzantine era. The book delves into the sophisticated technology and architecture of bath complexes, which were among the most impressive Roman building types. Yegul also investigates the reception of bathing throughout the classical world and its transformation in Christian societies across three continents. A concluding epilogue sheds light on the evolution of public bathing in post-classical Europe. Richly illustrated and written in an accessible manner, this book is ideal for students of Roman architecture, archaeology, civilization, and social history.
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