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A Day in Old Rome
Hardcover
AnthropologyAncient RomeGeneral World History
ISBN13: 9781025587547
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 512
Weight: 1.96
Height: 1.13 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
A Day in Old Rome is a vivid and scholarly exploration of daily life at the height of the Roman Empire. Written by historian William Stearns Davis, the work serves as a comprehensive guided tour through the Eternal City, specifically set around the year 161 C.E. during the reign of Marcus Aurelius. Rather than focusing solely on military conquests or the lives of emperors, this book delves into the lived experiences of ordinary citizens, slaves, and the Roman elite.
The narrative leads the reader through various aspects of Roman existence, including the architecture of the domus and insulae, the intricacies of Roman dress, the variety of food and dining customs, and the rigor of the educational system. Davis expertly describes the bustling marketplace, the solemnity of religious rituals, and the excitement of public spectacles at the circus and theater. By examining the social, economic, and legal structures of the time, A Day in Old Rome provides a clear and engaging window into the cultural foundations of classical antiquity. This work remains a valuable resource for anyone seeking to understand the human element behind the historical records of one of the world's most influential civilizations.
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