ABSTRACT

Greek and Roman Slavery brings together fresh English translations of 243 texts and inscriptions on slavery from fifth and fourth century Greece and Rome. The material is arranged thematically, offering the reader a comprehensive review of the idea and practice of slavery in ancient civilization. In addition, a thorough bibliography for each chapter, as well as an extensive index, make this a valuable source for scholars and students.

chapter |12 pages

Introductory Outline

chapter Chapter 2|8 pages

Debt-Bondage and Serfdom

chapter Chapter 3|15 pages

Manumission

chapter Chapter 4|16 pages

Moral Inferiors

chapter Chapter 5|27 pages

Status Symbol or Economic Investment?

chapter Chapter 6|15 pages

Sources of Slaves

chapter Chapter 7|29 pages

Domestic Slaves and Rural Slaves

chapter Chapter 8|13 pages

Slaves Owned by the State

chapter Chapter 10|9 pages

Resistance

chapter Chapter 11|24 pages

Rebellion

chapter Chapter 12|27 pages

The True Freedom of the Spirit: Stoics and Christians