Families and friends in late Roman Cappadocia

"Recent research on Roman families and friendships has been revitalized through the use of comparative demography. Roman law, and gender studies, and the enxtensive writings of the Cappadocian Fathers offer a rare opportunity for a close investigation of two provincial families side by side. By examining their relationships as sons, brothers, uncles and mutual friends, this book combines Patristic studies and ecclesiastical history with cultural studies and the history of the family." [Book jacket].