Start Date
28 January, 2025
There will be 5 weekly meetings on Tuesday, 2 - 4pm, starting from 28 January.
Overview
This course provides an overview of the lives of women in the Roman Empire, a societal group whose voices are often under-represented in the study of the ancient world, by reconstructing their lives and experiences through the historical and archaeological record. We will consider and contrast the lives of different female groups in the Empire, from wealthy women to poorer, and from women in Rome and Italy to their counterparts in the provinces, drawing the evidence together to gain insight into what life was like as a woman in the Roman world. No prior experience is necessary, just an interest in Ancient History. All are welcome!
Syllabus
Week 1: Introduction, & Finding Roman Women
Week 2: Wealthy women: Politics & influence
Week 3: Poorer women: A different sort of power?
Week 4: Daily life & death as a Roman woman
Week 5: Case Study: Women in Roman Britain
Please note that the ‘last date available to book’ date is only a guide. We reserve the right to close bookings earlier if courses are over- or under-subscribed. In order to avoid disappointment, please be sure enrol as soon as possible. Registrations will not be processed until the following day if received after 3pm.
Course Lecturer: Dr Joanne Ball
I am a Roman archaeologist specialising in the Roman army, the Roman provinces (particularly Britain), and tombstones. In addition to teaching and research, I write for a number of popular history publications, appear on a number of podcasts, and my first book, a biography of Publius Quinctilius Varus, was published by Pen & Sword books in August 2023.
Courses fees: Full fee £80/Concession £40.
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