Examines how the rights and duties of Roman citizens in private life, were affected by certain basic differences in their formal status. Thereby, throws into sharper focus Roman conceptions of citizenship and society. `... a valuable study, founded on a successful combination of juristic knowledge and alert historical approach. ... this is a thoughtful and thought-provoking book that will offer a precious service to all those interested in the private side of Roman citizenship and its differentiations.' - Publication Unknown`Jane Gardner's book provides a clear, well-argued account of the limitations to which certain categories of Roman citizen were subject ... an invaluable study for the Roman historian.' - The Brown Book April 94