The History of Rome - 089- Provincial Matters
In which I talk for way too long about where the best tin deposits in the Roman Empire can be found.
The History of Rome - 088- A Day in the Life
Life in Rome began at dawn and lasted until sunset. Work was done in the mornings while the afternoon was reserved for recreation.
The History of Rome - 087- Thinking and Feeling
With Roman education leaving much to be desired, many citizens found
enlightenment in the eastern mystery cults or Greek philosophy.
The History of Rome - 086- Wealth and Class
The Roman world was divided between slaves, freedmen, and free citizens of every economic class. Gross inequality though was the order of the day, with the Emperor himself controlling the lion's share of the Empire's wealth.
The History of Rome - 085- Antoninus the Dutiful
Antoninus's reign is often pointed to as the golden age of the Roman Empire. In many ways the assessment is correct, though unresolved issues would come back to haunt his successors.
The History of Rome - 084- Longing For Death
After returning to Italy in 134 Hadrian spent a final few miserable years trying to plan the long term future of the Imperial dynasty before dying in 138.
The History of Rome - 083- May His Bones Be Crushed
Hadrian's relationship with the teenage boy Antinous raised eyebrows even in permissive Ancient Rome. His relationship with the Jews raises eyebrows even today.
The History of Rome - 082- Hadrian’s Walls
Hadrian's reign got off to a rough start following the political murders of four ex-consuls. The new Emperor would eventually settle in though and set out on his first grand tour of the Empire in 121.
The History of Rome - 081- The Greekling
Though Hadrian's career had long been guided by Trajan, when the Emperor died in 117 he still had not named Hadrian heir.
The History of Rome - 080- Optimus Trajan
Trajan greatly improved the infrastructure of the Empire and finished his reign by conquering much of the Middle East.