Social Life at Rome in the Age of Cicero - Couverture souple

Fowler, W Warde

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1025995716 ISBN 13 : 9781025995717

Editeur : Tradd Street Press, 2026

Synopsis

"Social Life at Rome in the Age of Cicero" provides a detailed and vivid examination of the everyday experiences and social structures of the Roman Republic during one of its most transformative periods. Written by the distinguished scholar W. Warde Fowler, this work offers an in-depth exploration of the various layers of Roman society, from the lives of the governing aristocracy to the struggles of the lower classes. By focusing on the first century BCE, Fowler illuminates the cultural and social atmosphere that shaped the career of Marcus Tullius Cicero and his contemporaries.

The book covers a broad spectrum of topics, including the organization of the Roman household, the role of education, the influence of religion on public and private life, and the economic conditions that fueled the city's growth. Fowler meticulously reconstructs the environment of the time, discussing everything from the layout of the city and the nature of Roman marriage to the spectacles of the arena and the rhythms of the working day. Through this comprehensive analysis, readers gain a profound understanding of the values, traditions, and tensions that defined late Republican Rome. "Social Life at Rome in the Age of Cicero" remains an essential resource for students of classics and history, offering a timeless window into the heart of ancient Roman civilization.

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Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Tradd Street Press
• Date d'édition: 2026
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1025995716
• ISBN 13: 9781025995717
• Reliure: Tapa blanda
• Nombre de pages: 388
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible