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100 1 _aChurch, Alfred John,
_d1829-1912
245 1 0 _aRoman life in the days of Cicero
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2004-09-16
508 _aProduced by Ted Garvin, Graeme Mackreth and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
520 _a"Roman Life in the Days of Cicero" by Alfred John Church is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book examines various aspects of life in Rome during the tumultuous final decades of the Roman Republic, centered around the figure of Marcus Tullius Cicero. It seeks to paint a vivid picture of societal norms, the education and upbringing of young Romans, and the dynamics of power and politics through the lens of Cicero’s experiences and writings. The opening of the book introduces a Roman boy's early life and education, illustrating the importance of rituals, family, and social customs. From the moment of birth, a Roman boy is initiated into society through significant rites, such as being given a name and adorned with protective amulets. The narrative details the formative years of a Roman child's upbringing, discussing educational practices, familial relationships, and the influence of mothers and fathers in shaping their offspring's character. Moreover, the chapter hints at a blend of historical and anecdotal episodes, illustrating not only the personal experiences of young Romans but also broader cultural and political themes germane to Cicero's time. Overall, the book sets the stage for a rich exploration of Roman life through the backdrop of its most notable figures and events. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aRome -- Social life and customs
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/13481
999 _c54870
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