A Guide to the Exhibition Illustrating Greek and Roman Life

"A Guide to the Exhibition Illustrating Greek and Roman Life" by the British Museum Department of Greek and Roman Antiquities, gives readers a window into an early 20th-century museum exhibit showcasing the daily lives of ancient Greeks and Romans. Rather than spotlighting grand art alone, this guide highlights artifacts that reveal the political, social, and religious customs of these societies. It sets up the exhibition's layout and purpose, showing how objects are grouped to give a clear, if not complete, picture of life in those times. It also gives credit to previous museum staff whose work made this collection and guide possible. From its start, the guide suggests an exploration connecting visitors to ancient times as seen through these artifacts.