Naked Statues, Fat Gladiators, and War Elephants: Unusual Stories About Life in Ancient Greece and Rome

In a series of short humorous essays, Garrett Ryan, a professor at the University of Michigan, explores the history of the Ancient World through the private and social lives of ordinary people. What did they eat and drink? How did they have fun and play sports? How did they create families and part ways?

Meet the history of Ancient Greece and Rome through fascinating details of everyday life! From this book you will learn:
— Where could you travel from Ancient Rome to meet demons?
— What kind of magic helped you avoid pregnancy?
— Were there hired killers in Antiquity?
— Can you find your ancient Greek or ancient Roman ancestor?