The Family in Late Antiquity: The Rise of Christianity and the Endurance of Tradition

Book Details

• Author: Geoffrey S. Nathan

• Brand: Routledge

• Edition: 1

• Binding: Paperback

• ISBN: 9780415642408

• Number of Pages: 271

• Release Date: 25-09-2012

• Languages: English

• Package Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.1 x 0.8 inches

About the Book

"The Family in Late Antiquity" by Geoffrey S. Nathan provides a thought-provoking and comprehensive study of the family structure in the late Roman world and how the emerging Christian religion influenced its evolution. Covering the period from approximately 300 AD to 550 AD, this book is the first of its kind to offer a detailed analysis of familial structures during the later Roman Empire.

Nathan delves into the classical Roman family, providing a foundation for understanding how early Christian views began to reshape the role of the family in society. The book examines key aspects of familial life, including marriage, children, domestic servitude, and other familial institutions, and provides an exploration of how these institutions were impacted by the socio-political and religious shifts of the time.

Drawing from a diverse range of sources, Nathan's study transcends traditional legal-focused analyses, offering a more nuanced perspective on the family in late antiquity. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in the cultural, religious, and social transformations during the late Roman Empire and the role the family played in these changes.