Presents a survey of the perception and reality of the use of cosmetics and perfumes under the Roman Empire. This work, a companion to "Roman Clothing and Fashion" draws on literary, non-literary, visual and archaeological evidence to show, among other things, the importance of cosmetics and perfumes for health.

Format Häftad Omfång 160 sidor Språk Engelska Förlag The History Press Ltd Utgivningsdatum 2007-01-10 ISBN 9780752440989