A study of the history of filth, disease, purity and cleanliness in one of Europe's oldest and most influential cities.

A study of the history of filth, disease, purity and cleanliness in one of Europe's oldest and most influential cities.

“This magnificent love letter to Rome” (Stephen Greenblatt) tells the story of the Eternal City through pivotal moments that defined its history—from the

From flowers and perfumes to urban sanitation and personal hygiene, smell—a sense that is simultaneously sublime and animalistic—has played a pivotal role i

The ancient city of Rome was the site of daily activities as well as famous historical events. It was not merely a backdrop, but rather an active part of the ex