A Companion to Latin Studies [Paperback]

First published in 1921, this book aims to provide a comprehensive introduction to the study of ancient Rome and the Romans.First published in 1921, this book aims to provide a comprehensive introduction to the study of ancient Rome and the Romans. The topics covered include Italian flora and fauna, state religion, typical clothing, medicine, art, literature and law, all written by authors with academic experience in their particular field.First published in 1921, this book aims to provide a comprehensive introduction to the study of ancient Rome and the Romans. The topics covered include Italian flora and fauna, state religion, typical clothing, medicine, art, literature and law, all written by authors with academic experience in their particular field.First published in 1921 as the third edition of a 1910 original, this book aims to provide a comprehensive introduction to the study of ancient Rome and the Romans. The topics covered include Italian flora and fauna, state religion, typical clothing, medicine, art, literature and law, all written by authors with academic experience in their particular field. The text is illustrated with a number of drawings and photographs of key sites and artefacts. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in ancient history and the Romans.Part I. Geography and Ethnology of Italy: 1. Geography of Italy John Sandys; 2. Ethnology of Italy William Ridgeway; 3. Topography of Rome Thomas Ashby; Part II. Fauna and Flora: 1. Fauna Hofrath Otto Keller; 2. Flora William Turner Thisleton-Dyer; Part III. History: 1. Chronology J. S. Reid; 2. Chronological tables; Part IV. Religion and Mythology W. Warde Fowler; Part V. Private Antiquities: 1. A table of the relationships of a man F. H. Marshall; 2. Roman names F. H. Marshall; 4. The position of women F. H. Marshall; 5. Dress F. H. Marshall; 6. Daily life F. H. Marshall; 7. Agriculture F. H. Marsshall; 8. House and furniture F. H. Marshall; 9. Education William Murison; Part VI. PulC{