Lionel Casson
Everyday Life in Ancient Rome
- ISBN 13:
- 9780801859922
- author:
- Lionel Casson
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Johns Hopkins University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1999
- Pages:
- 184
- Dimensions:
- 5.50 (w) x 8.50 (h) x 0.45 (d)
- Genre:
- Ancient Rome - Social, Cultural & Political Aspects, The Roman Empire - History
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Discover the everyday life of ancient Rome in this engaging introduction to the society of the time. Lionel Casson presents a series of vignettes focusing on the "ways of life" of various members of Roman society, from slaves to emperors.
The book explores topics such as family, religion, urban and rural life, and leisure activities, set against the historical context of ancient Rome. This revised edition includes two new chapters and full documentation of the sources, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding daily life in ancient Rome.
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