Social life at Rome in the Age of Cicero

Name: Social life at Rome in the Age of Cicero
Author: W. Warde Fowler

By W. Warde Fowler

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A comprehensive portrait of late Republican Roman society surveys urban topography, housing, and daily rhythms alongside the economic life of markets, contractors, bankers, and a large slave population. It outlines the manners and outlook of the governing aristocracy and emerging capitalist classes, and details marriage customs, the changing position of elite women, and educational practices focused on rhetoric. The book describes domestic and villa architecture, patronage networks, leisure activities such as baths, festivals, theatre, and gladiatorial games, and examines public services like aqueducts. It closes by assessing religious observance, superstition, and prevailing moral attitudes among the elite.

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W. Warde Fowler

W. Warde Fowler was an English author and scholar known for his contributions to the study of Roman culture and religion. His works often explore the intersection of nature and classical antiquity, as seen in his notable title "A Year with the Birds," which reflects his keen interest in ornithology. Fowler also delved into the social and religious practices of ancient Rome, with significant publications such as "Social Life at Rome in the Age of Cicero" and "The Religious Experience of the Roman People." His writings provide valuable insights into the daily life and spiritual beliefs of the Romans, making him a notable figure in classical studies.