Roman Passions: A History of Pleasure in Imperial Rome

by Ray Laurence

Book Overview

The world of pleasure became a defining feature of the Romans & this book explores how they pursued sensual delights - from steamy bathhouses to stately country villas; the excesses of the festivals to the rich culture of music, dance & song & sex, as both unrestrained & puritanical.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1847250327
• ISBN13: 9781847250322
• Release Date: June 2009
• Publisher: Continuum
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.5" x 9.5"