Naked statues, fat gladiators, and war elephants. Unusual stories about life in Ancient Greece and Rome
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In a series of short humorous essays, Garrett Ryan, a professor at the University of Michigan, explores the history of the Ancient world through the private and social lives of ordinary people. What did they eat and drink? How did they entertain themselves and engage in sports? How did they form families and break up? Discover the history of Ancient Greece and Rome through fascinating details of everyday life!
From this book, you will learn:
- Where could you travel from Ancient Rome to meet demons?
- What magic helped prevent pregnancy?
- Were there hired assassins in Antiquity?
- Is it possible to find your ancient Greek or Roman ancestor?
"Garrett Ryan's book is very easy to read and meticulously researched, full of fascinating details. From the intimate aspects of everyday life to the existence of assassins and spies, as well as some original beliefs held by people, this book offers an intriguing and fresh approach to understanding the ancient world." - Dr. Jerry Toner, Head of the Department of Ancient History at Churchill College, University of Cambridge
From this book, you will learn:
- Where could you travel from Ancient Rome to meet demons?
- What magic helped prevent pregnancy?
- Were there hired assassins in Antiquity?
- Is it possible to find your ancient Greek or Roman ancestor?
"Garrett Ryan's book is very easy to read and meticulously researched, full of fascinating details. From the intimate aspects of everyday life to the existence of assassins and spies, as well as some original beliefs held by people, this book offers an intriguing and fresh approach to understanding the ancient world." - Dr. Jerry Toner, Head of the Department of Ancient History at Churchill College, University of Cambridge
Author:
Author:Garrett Ryan
Cover:
Cover:hardcover
Category:
- Category:History & Geography
Publication language:
Publication Language:Russian
Paper:
Paper:offset
Dimensions:
Dimensions:21.5x14.5x2.5 cm
Series:
Series:Unusual History. Discover new facets of the past
Age restrictions:
Age restrictions:18+
Product type:
Product type:partial varnish
ISBN:
ISBN:978-5-04-171532-8
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