Slavery in the Late Antique World, 150 – 700 CE

Slavery in the Late Antique World,150 – 700 CE explores the ideological, moral, cultural, and symbolic aspects of slavery and the living conditions of slaves in the Mediterranean basin and Europe during a period of transformation. It establishes that late ancient slavery is a complex and polymorphous phenomenon conditioned by culture and geography, offering focused case studies and in-depth analyses of authors and works.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 379 pages
Publication date: 25 January 2024
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Slavery in the Late Antique World,150 – 700 CE delves into the multifaceted dimensions of slavery, encompassing ideological, moral, cultural, and symbolic aspects. It explores the living conditions of slaves in the Mediterranean basin and Europe during a period of significant transformation. With a focus on socially marginalized areas and individuals on an unprecedented scale, this comprehensive volume is written by an international team of scholars. It establishes that late ancient slavery is a complex and polymorphous phenomenon, shaped by culture and geography. It challenges preconceived notions of slavery as static and devoid of regional variations, offering focused case studies spanning the late ancient period. These case studies provide in-depth analyses of authors and works, considering a range of factors relevant to the practice of slavery in specific geographical locations. Employing comparative and methodologically innovative approaches, this book revisits and questions established assumptions about late ancient slavery, offering fresh insights into one of humanity's most tragic institutions.

ISBN-13: 9781108699983