Presents a look at what daily life was like in ancient Greece and Rome including how people were educated, where they lived, their religious practices, and the games they played.
Looks at what daily life was like for ordinary people in ancient Rome, discussing education, slavery, food and dining, housing, travel, politics, families, holidays and leisure activities, sports and amusements, religion, and retirement.
Provides information about notable precedents in the ancient Greek and Roman world, organized topically under the headings of mythological firsts; first in politics, law, and oratory; firsts in military matters and foreign affairs; artistic, architectural and literary firsts; and miscellaneous.
