Marriage, Divorce, and Children in Ancient Rome - Hardcover

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0198149182 ISBN 13: 9780198149187

Publisher: Oxford University Press, 1991

Synopsis

The family has played a central role in most societies, and the complexity and variety of that role demonstrates there is no single definition or pattern of "the family" in any society. Recent studies of ancient Rome have shown that the sentimental ideal of a core nuclear family was strong throughout the period, but that reality often diverged from the ideal. This study examines many aspects of the composition and inner workings of the Roman family, and provides an illuminating case study of the sentimental ideal versus everyday reality. In addition, Rawson considers the effect of divorce, high mortality rates, status, and fostering on the family in ancient Rome.

About this title

From the Back Cover:

The family has played a central role in most societies and the complexity and variety of that role has engaged the minds of many from a wide range of disciplines. There is no easy definition of 'the family' and no single pattern in any society.

About the Author:

Beryl Rawson is Professor of Classics at the Australian National University, Canberra.

About this edition

• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Publication date: 1991
• ISBN 10: 0198149182
• ISBN 13: 9780198149187
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 282
• Editor: Rawson Beryl