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GYMNASIA AND BATHS.


Gymnastics--Vitruvius--Opinions of Ancient Physicians on Gymnastics--The Athletes--The Baths--Description of Baths at Pompeii--Thermæ--Baths of Caracalla.

The section that follows describes the Roman baths in the context of medical science and especially the prevention of disease through sanitation and personal hygiene.





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