Chapter XXII. A Roman Villa. The Love of the

Country

383. Appreciation of Country Life by the Romans 453

384. Praises of the Country Towns and Villas 453

385. Comfortable Modes of Travel: Luxurious Litters and Carriages 454

386. Multiplication of Villas: Seashore Estates at Baiæ, etc. 456

387. Villas in the Mountains; Small Farms near Rome 457

388. Great Estates in the Hills: Pliny’s Tuscan Villa 458

389. Charming Location of Pliny’s Villa 460

390. Terraces of the Villa: the Porticoes: Summer-Houses and Bedrooms 462

391. The Baths: the Rear Apartments: the Riding Course 464

392. The Fountains and Luxurious Pavilions in the Gardens 465

393. Life of Sensuous Luxury at Such a Villa. Contrast in Human Conditions under the Roman Régime 466