Life in Ancient Rome

by Lionel Casson

Series: Daily Life in Five Great Ages of History (2)

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". . . gracefully written" - The New York TimesAward-winning historian Lionel Casson paints a vivid portrait of life in ancient Rome - for slaves and emperors, soldiers and commanders alike - during the empire's greatest period, the first and second centuries A.D.

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A disappointment. Apart from some references to prostitution the broad strokes are so broad as to seem to be aimed at 8 or 9 year olds. (

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Robertgreaves | Jan 22, 2020 |

Love Roman history! (

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Gryph82 | Feb 2, 2019 |

Fascinating social history--and readable, to boot, Cason's book is a terrific look at the subject stated in its title. Chapters on the family, the city, architecture, and games all convey the author's enthusiasm for the subject. A reader can imagine Casson saying Isn't this interesting? every few sentences--and with reason. The book ends with a surprisingly moving portrait of Hadrian. When I read that the emperor's autobiography had been lost, I wished it hadn't been, and I thank Lionel Casson for inspiring me to wish that. Highly recommended. (

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Life in Ancient Rome

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2015-11-05

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". . . gracefully written" - The New York TimesAward-winning historian Lionel Casson paints a vivid portrait of life in ancient Rome - for slaves and emperors, soldiers and commanders alike - during the empire's greatest period, the first and second centuries A.D.

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