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Roman sex: 100 BC - AD 250

by John R. Clarke

This study examines newly discovered Roman sexual art within its original social contexts, including the home, the brothel, and the banquet. It provides an analysis of sexual practices and cultural attitudes in the ancient world.

Accession 1547 ISBN 0810942631 Publisher Harry N. Abrams, Inc.
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