Schneidel (ancient history, U. of Chicago), intending to introduce classicists and ancient historians to the field of demography, presents four case studies and a general introduction to Roman demography. Covering a range of methodological practices, the studies focus on the seasonal birthing cycle of Roman women, population estimation by referencing the recruitment of Roman soldiers, the link between demographic and economic development, and the demise of the city in late antique Egypt. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)