Bathing in the Roman World

by Fikret Yegül

Book Overview

In Bathing in the Roman World, Fikret Yegul examines the social and cultural aspects of one of the key Roman institutions. Guiding the reader through the customs, rituals, and activities associated with public bathing, Yegul traces the origins and development of baths and bathing customs and analyzes the sophisticated technology and architecture of bath complexes, which were among the most imposing of all Roman building types. He also examines the...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0521549620
• ISBN13: 9780521549622
• Release Date: September 2009
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 300 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.9" x 9.8"