Women in the Ancient Mediterranean World: From the Palaeolithic to the Byzantines

Guy D. Middleton's book explores the lives of thirty real women of the ancient Mediterranean from the Palaeolithic to the Byzantine era, using a wide range of archaeological and historical evidence. It offers new insights for students and researchers in Ancient History, Archaeology, and Mediterranean Studies, as well as Women's History.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 275 pages
Publication date: 09 February 2023
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

In his captivating book, "Women of the Ancient Mediterranean," Guy D. Middleton delves into the captivating lives of thirty remarkable women who lived across the ancient Mediterranean from the Palaeolithic to the Byzantine era. These women encompass a diverse range of backgrounds, including queens and aristocrats like the Pharaoh Hatshepsut and the Etruscan noblewoman Seianti; Eritha and Karpathia, Bronze Age priestesses from the Aegean; Eutychis, a Pompeiian prostitute; Hypatia, a pagan philosopher; and Perpetua, a Christian saint from North Africa. Middleton employs a vast array of archaeological and historical evidence, including burials, funerary practices, graffiti, inscriptions, painted pottery, handprints, human remains, and various historical texts, as well as the latest modern research. Through his meticulous research, Middleton skillfully weaves together the stories of these real women, placing them firmly in the historical spotlight. Written in an engaging and scholarly manner, this book offers fresh insights for students and researchers in Ancient History, Archaeology, Mediterranean Studies, and Women's History. It is a valuable resource that sheds light on the diverse roles and experiences of women in the ancient world, challenging prevailing narratives and providing a more comprehensive understanding of this fascinating period.

Weight: 652g
Dimension: 177 x 253 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781108703833