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Uncover life in Roman society during the Republic and its aftermath, through the lens of daily habits, wealth, and culture.
This study examines how Romans experienced private life and public behavior in the late Republic and how those patterns shaped the city’s social fabric. It uses contemporary plays by Plautus and Terence, along with other sources, to distinguish Roman realities from Greek influences and to explain why dramatic works sometimes reflect safer, Greekized settings rather than strict Roman life.
- How slaves, wealth, and household dynamics shaped daily routines
- The tension between luxury, public morality, and legal controls like the Orchia and Fannia laws
- The mix of Greek culture with Roman preferences in education and entertainment
- The way historians read plays to separate genuine Roman practices from Greek adaptations
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Social and Private, Life at Rome in the Time of Plautus and Terence
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a wealth of knowledge regarding social and private life in Rome during the period of the late Roman Republic, specifically the first half of the second century B.C. The author draws on literary sources of the time, including the works of Plautus and Terence, to present detailed insights into the living conditions, habits, and customs of the average Roman citizen during a crucial and transformative moment in Roman history. The book effectively situates the subject matter within its broader context, demonstrating how contemporary political and economic shifts influenced daily life and societal norms. It explores themes of social mobility, wealth disparity, ethical standards, and cultural assimilation. The author skillfully incorporates source references to substantiate claims, offering readers an opportunity to engage further with the primary materials that shaped this historical account. The depth of research and attention to detail bring the era vividly to life, shedding light on the complexities and contradictions that marked the Roman Republic during its final decades. Overall, this book serves as an invaluable resource for understanding the multifaceted nature of Roman society and the private lives of its citizens during a pivotal period that shaped the course of Western civilization. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330671108_0
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