Includes bibliographical references (p. 47) and index.
Content Note
General introduction -- Romulus and Remus -- The founding of Rome -- Diana and Actaeon -- Religion in ancient Rome -- The god with two faces -- The Roman calendar -- Ceres and Proserpina -- Wheat in ancient Rome -- The god of fire -- Metalwork and money -- Apollo and Daphne -- The Romans in battle -- Bloodthirsty Mars -- Mars and venus -- Family life -- The messenger of the gods -- Music in ancient Rome -- The god of revelry -- Food and drink.