Description: The De aquis of Sextus Julius Frontinus is usually interpreted as either an administrative guide for the curator aquarum, or as a work of praise. It can be demonstrated, however, that Frontinus had another goal in writing.
Review Quotes: "With this monograph Peachin offers a thorough analysis of the De Aquis within the context of Roman administrative practice.""...this is a fascinating and thought-provoking reading of the De Aquis, which offers new and important insights and makes a real contribution both to Frontinus studies and to the field of Roman administration."