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The Saturnalia.
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It's that time of the year for a look at the Roman Saturnalia. This was a Roman midwinter festival in which people gave presents, partied and even slaves got time off. In this episode I look into the important themes behind it, what was added, what was changed and how it all fitted together. Plus I take a look at what present options there were and the whole politics of gift giving.
Episode notes including a transcription, readling list and other supporting content at www.ancientblogger.com
Music by Brakhage (Le Vrai Instrumental).
89 episodes
Manage episode 389992529 series 2498995
It's that time of the year for a look at the Roman Saturnalia. This was a Roman midwinter festival in which people gave presents, partied and even slaves got time off. In this episode I look into the important themes behind it, what was added, what was changed and how it all fitted together. Plus I take a look at what present options there were and the whole politics of gift giving.
Episode notes including a transcription, readling list and other supporting content at www.ancientblogger.com
Music by Brakhage (Le Vrai Instrumental).
89 episodes
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