Jill Harries Libri

Focusing on public law in the Later Roman Empire, this work provides a comprehensive analysis of its nature, aims, and effectiveness. The author employs an interdisciplinary approach to explore key issues in Roman law, including its effectiveness, societal views on torture and punishment, judicial corruption, and dispute resolution. This systematic treatment offers fresh interpretations that enhance the understanding of Roman legal practices and their implications within the empire.

This book is about the reinvention of the Roman Empire during the eighty years between the accession of Diocletian and the death of Julian.

The exploration of crime in ancient Rome reveals the complex interplay between legal definitions and societal attitudes. This book examines various offenses such as theft, treason, and violence, highlighting how court practices adapted to social changes despite a conservative legal tradition. It emphasizes the roles of judges and litigants in shaping the severity of justice during Late Antiquity. Additionally, it discusses the influence of rhetorical education and the indifference of both common people and elites towards legal nuances in shaping perceptions of crime.