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As The Romans Did: A Sourcebook In Roman Social History, 2Nd Edition
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Revised To Include New Selections And Updated Bibliographical Material, The Second Edition Of This Popular Sourcebook Offers A Rich, Revealing Look At Everyday Roman Life. It Provides Clear, Lively Translations Of A Fascinating Array Of Documents Drawn From Latin And Greek Source Materialfrom Personal Letters, Farming Manuals, Medical Texts, And Recipes To Poetry, Graffiti, And Tombstone Inscriptions. Each Selection Has Been Translated Into Readable, Contemporary English. This Edition Includes More Than 50 Additional Selections That Introduce New Topics And Expand Coverage Of Existing Topics. In Addition, The Commentary On All The Selections Has Been Revised To Reflect The Recent Scholarship Of Social And Cultural Historians. Extensive Annotations, Abundant Biographical Notes, Maps, Appendices, Crossreferences To Related Topics, And A Newlyupdated Bibliography Provide Readers With The Historical And Cultural Background Material Necessary To Appreciate The Selections.Arranged Thematically Into Chapters On Family Life, Housing, Education, Entertainment, Religion, And Other Important Topics, The Translations Reveal The Ambitions And Aspirations Not Only Of The Upper Class, But Of The Average Roman Citizen As Well. They Tell Of The Success And Failure Of Rome'S Grandiose Imperialist Policies And Also Of The Pleasures And Hardships Of Everyday Life. Wideranging And Lively, The Second Edition Of As The Romans Did Offers The Most Lucid Account Available Of Roman Life In All Its Diversity. Ideal For Courses In Ancient Roman History, Social History Of Rome, Roman Civilization, And Classics, It Will Also Appeal To Readers Interested In Ancient History.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'As the Romans Did' about? A: 'As the Romans Did' is a sourcebook that provides a comprehensive look at everyday Roman life through translated documents from Latin and Greek, covering topics like family, education, and entertainment.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'As the Romans Did' is Jo-Ann Shelton.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in Roman history? A: Yes, this book is ideal for beginners as it offers clear translations and thematic organization, making it accessible for those new to Roman history.
- Q: What edition is this book? A: This is the 2nd edition of 'As the Romans Did', which has been revised to include new selections and updated bibliographical material.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'As the Romans Did' contains 512 pages, providing extensive coverage of various aspects of Roman life.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'As the Romans Did' first published? A: 'As the Romans Did' was first published on January 9, 1998.
- Q: What topics are covered in this book? A: The book covers a range of topics including family life, housing, education, religion, and the everyday experiences of both the upper class and average citizens in Rome.
- Q: Are there annotations and biographical notes included? A: Yes, the book includes extensive annotations, biographical notes, and cross-references to enhance the reader's understanding.
- Q: Is this book a good resource for academic courses? A: Yes, it is suitable for courses in Ancient Roman History, Social History of Rome, Roman Civilization, and Classics.