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Lucent Library of Historical Eras - Arts, Leisure and Entertainment: Life of the Ancient Romans
Lucent Library of Historical Eras Arts Leisure and Entertainment Life of the Ancient Romans Author:Don Nardo The Romans enjoyed a wide variety of entertainments and leisure activities. In eye-opening detail, this volume examines the Romans at rest and play, as they attend the public baths; throw dinner parties for friends and clients; stage plays, mimes, and musical recitations; write and read diverse kinds of literature; play ball and board games; hu... more »nt, fish, and climb mountains; and crowd race tracks and stadiums to watch gladiatorial fights, wild beast shows, and chariot races.« less