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The surprising history of Rome with Terry Jones

by Terry Jones, Phil Grabsky

Social life and customsSocial conditions

Tells about the lives of ordinary Roman citizens and slaves. The lodgings and workshops, bars and baths of Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Rome itself are explored as they follow in the footsteps of an average tradesman and his wife. Topics include hygiene, work, recreation, marriage, slavery, and the inequity between rich and poor.

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Book data: Open Library