| Author |
Brittain, Alfred, 1866-1943 |
| Title |
Roman Women
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| Series Title |
Woman: in all ages and in all countries, Volume 2
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 52.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Thierry Alberto, Rénald Lévesque, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreaders Europe
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| Summary |
"Roman Women" by Alfred Brittain is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the roles, status, and significant figures of women in ancient Rome, analyzing how their lives and societal positions were influenced by the prevailing customs and conditions of their time. Through various legendary and historical examples, the book illustrates the complexities of femininity in a patriarchal society. At the start of the text, the author lays the groundwork for understanding the role of women in early Roman civilization, drawing upon legendary figures such as Rhea Sylvia, the mother of Romulus, and Tullia, representing the extremes of virtue and vice. Brittain contemplates the historical accuracy of these legends while asserting that the core human experiences—strength, ambition, loyalty, and moral struggles—remain consistent across ages. He poses that ancient Roman women, although often restricted to domestic spheres, were vital to the fabric of their society, serving as both instigators and peacemakers amid the broader historical narrative. The beginning effectively sets the tone for a deeper exploration of women's contributions throughout Rome's evolution. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DG: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta
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| LoC Class |
HQ: Social sciences: The family, Marriage, Sex and Gender
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| Subject |
Women -- Italy -- Rome
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| Subject |
Women -- Italy -- Rome -- Social life and customs
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
32356 |
| Release Date |
May 12, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated |
May 18, 2010 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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