The Roman Mother (Routledge Revivals)

by Suzanne D. Dixon

Book Overview

The Roman Mother, first published in 1988, traces the traditional Roman attitude towards mothers to its republican origins, examining the diverse roles and the relative power and influence associated with motherhood.

The importance of the paterfamilias with his wide-ranging legal rights and obligations is familiar, but much less attention has been devoted to the equally interesting position and duties of mothers and the particular...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0415745136
• ISBN13: 9780415745130
• Release Date: June 2015
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 194 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.5" x 8.5"