288pp
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"Few studies before have covered such a wide range of topics in Roman family history--from wet nurses to Vestal Virgins, from foster-children to the property rights of women. . . . The most interesting and useful contributions are those concerned with legal status within the Roman family and particularly with the rights of women."--Times Literary Supplement
"This book is a major contribution to both the field of women's studies and the social history of the ancient world."--Choice
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Seller: Ancient World Books, Toronto, ON, Canada
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good+. Scholar's name to ffep (D. Gerber). 1 corner lightly bumped. Book and Dustjacket have minor shelfwear. ; Little has been published on the Roman family, a subject of central importance to political as well as social history. It was the family that determined political power; it was within the family that the distinctive relationships of one citizen to another were forged and exemplified. The Family in Ancient Rome provides an overview of the state of research by presenting some of the most important work being done in this area. In addition to a survey of the literature on all aspects of the Roman family, the book begins with a general picture of the main features of the family. More specialized essays deal with the legal evidence, wills and property rights which were of particular importance for the position of women; with the link between property disposition, dowry, and divorce; with the authority of the male head of the household and its relation to political power; with the status of children born of unions between slaves and citizen; and with the rearing of, and attitudes toward, children. ; 288 pages; Isbn: 0801418739. Seller Inventory # 36805
Seller: Goulds Book Arcade, Sydney, Newtown, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 279 pages. The dust jacket has a little wear, with light fading and a water damage mark on the back. The page edges are lightly foxed. Books listed here are not stored at the shop. Please contact us if you want to pick up a book from Newtown. Seller Inventory # 175610
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Seller: Anybook.com, Lincoln, United Kingdom
Condition: Fair. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Dust jacket in fair condition. Some pencil markings. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,550grams, ISBN:9780709942023. Seller Inventory # 9429227
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