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Eels in Roman Gardens
I expect that many of you will be surprised to learn that the fish which ancient Roman authors mention most often as being kept in fishponds are eels.
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Piscinae Salsae (Saltwater Fishponds)
For years I have been curious about the saltwater fishponds of ancient Rome, so I was thrilled to discover James Higgenbotham’s book <i>Pisicinae</i>. This book explains how Roman fishponds were constructed and how they functioned.
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The Battle Of Cannae
Hannibal of Carthage swore to his father that he would take revenge on Rome. What followed was the Second Punic War; a war that would shape one Empire and doom another.
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The Roots of Renaissance Gardens
The gardens of Renaissance Italy were rooted in the gardens of ancient Rome.
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Valerian
Having trouble sleeping? Get your Z's the natural way.
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Echinacea
Echinacea is a medicinal herb that many people vow strengthens their immune systems and keeps colds away.
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Reading History in Names of Lancashire Alehouses
History is discovered in ancient documents or from artefacts dug up by archaeologists. Or it may be revealed in place names, and signs and symbols on old hostelries.
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Alternative Therapy - Herbal Medicine
The first of many articles on alternative therapies. Herbal Medicine is one of the mostly used remedies.
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Chamomile
Relaxing and soothing chamomile tea owes its popularity as a beverage to experience passed down through the ages.
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Dining in Ancient Rome
Roman dinners were social occasions, where family and friends could meet to eat, network and be entertained.
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The Ancient Roman Diet
Roman eating was not all about stuffed dormice and complex feasting. Basically simple and healthy, many of the recipes have survived into the present day.
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The Roman Celebration of the Liberalia
An old Roman god of wine and fertility, Liber's festival was held on the 17th March. It was also the day Roman boys came of age.
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Wine Drinking in the Roman World
Wine drinking amongst the Romans had a long history. There were many different types of wine that could be consumed in different ways.
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