Gender Domest & Age August Oscl:c C

In the early Roman Empire, women's domestic roles were given public prominence. Through an examination of early imperial representations of women's activities a... » 

In the early Roman Empire, women's domestic roles were given public prominence. Through an examination of early imperial representations of women's activities and responsibilities within the household, this book argues that this emphasis on private morality is actually a fresh way of understanding the nature of political life. «