A rich and accessible selection of Greek and Roman original sources all of which are in translation.
J.K. Evans’ pioneering work explores the profound changes in the social, economic and legal condition of Roman women, which, it is argued, were necessary consequences of two centuries of near-continuous warfare as Rome expanded from city ...
First published in 1994. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
Expanding the discussion of religious participation of women in ancient Rome, Celia E. Schultz demonstrates that in addition to observances of marriage, fertility, and childbirth, there were more--and more important--religious opportunities ...
Roman Women: Their History and Habits
Examines the conditions of women in ancient Roman society, discussing such topics as their legal status, their role in the family, everyday life, employment, and religion.
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Looks at how women lived in ancient Roman times, discussing marriage, fashion, and religion.
This book provides an invaluable introduction to the social, economic, and legal status of women in ancient Rome.
A comprehensive study of the lives of Roman women as revealed in Roman art.
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