Roman Marriage: Iusti Coniuges from the Time of Cicero to the Time of Ulpian

by Susan Treggiari

This book explores the practicalities, cultural assumptions, and affective possibilities of marriage during the later Republic and the Principate. It offers a fresh look at the interaction of law and reality within Roman marriage, and builds on the accumulation of legal scholarship in the field, as well as on the latest insights into Roman society. Treggiari demonstrates that marriage affected a Roman woman's social status, and that while the socio-legal effect on a man was far less striking, marriage did enable a man to father legitimate children, the main object of the institution. The study also addresses the influences on the choice of partner, behavioral norms, and motives for divorce.

Genres: History, Research, Ancient History

594 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1991

Reviews

[Triona · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent work from Susan Treggiari, as always. In depth analysis and research that’s easy to understand and makes sense, well written and easily read.

[Adam Robinson · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is an incredibly well researched book, and a good read if you are interested in the topic. If you aren't, avoid it like the plague.