Daughters of the Eternal City

<p><p><strong>In a brilliant collection of biographies and essays <em>Daughters of the Eternal City </em>celebrates the enduring impact women had on the political social and cultural fabric of Ancient Rome. </strong></p></p><p><p>Traditionally the history of the Roman Empire has been shaped by the accounts and research of men. This unique volume sheds a light on the often-overlooked female figures of the period exploring the complexities of the female experience and revealing their influence in a world often defined by patriarchal structures.</p></p><p><p>Collected from classic sources it features accounts of queens noblewomen and matriarchs bringing their voices to the forefront. <em>Daughters of the Eternal City</em> celebrates the lasting ways in which women contributed to the legacy of the Roman Empire redefining our understanding of the ancient world in a modern age.</p></p>