02.15.2024 - By Leonardo English
In part one of a three-part series on slavery, we'll explore the role of slavery in the ancient world.
We'll explore how slaves were treated legally, some moral objections to slavery, and how forced labour powered many ancient civilisations we look up to.
Legal codes regarding slaves
Different ways people became slaves
Role of philosophy in justifying slavery
Varied tasks of ancient slaves
Female slaves' dual role
The economic significance of slaves
The absence of opposition to slavery
Comparison to modern societal norms
Evolution of slavery post Ancient Rome
Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/ancient-slavery
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