Empresses of Rome
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Empresses of Rome is a historical examination of the women who played significant roles in the Roman Empire. The book focuses on the empresses and their influence on their ruling emperors. It highlights the power and agency of women in a society that is often portrayed as patriarchal and restrictive. The book draws from various sources, including inscriptions, election-addresses, and archaeological evidence, to provide a comprehensive and nuanced understanding of the lives and impact of these remarkable women.Book Details
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Joseph Martin McCabe
England
Joseph Martin McCabe was an English writer and speaker on freethought, after having been a Roman Catholic priest earlier in his life. He was "one of the great mouthpieces of freethought in England". B...
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