Who produced and sold ancient Roman literature?

1. Who created Roman literature?
2. Who influenced Roman literature?
3. What was sold in the Roman Empire?
4. What is the origin and development of Roman literature?

Who created Roman literature?

Early writers

The ground for Roman literature was prepared by an influx from the early 3rd century bc onward of Greek slaves, some of whom were put to tutoring young Roman nobles. Among them was Livius Andronicus, who was later freed and who is considered to be the first Latin writer.

Who influenced Roman literature?

Greek literature was a major influence on ancient Roman literature, ever since Aeneid tells the story of Aeneas's flight from Troy, and his settling into a city that would later become Rome.

What was sold in the Roman Empire?

Roman food vendors and farmers' markets sold meats, fish, cheeses, produce, olive oil and spices; and pubs, bars, inns and food stalls sold prepared food.

What is the origin and development of Roman literature?

Roman literature began near the end of the 3rd century BCE with the emergence of such comic playwrights as Plautus, Terence, and Ennius. Quite often their plays would be performed during one of the city's many festivals where the audience was mostly male. The first of the three was Plautus (254 – 184 BCE).