Sabine R. Huebner is a German ancient historian whose work delves into the social and cultural history of antiquity. Her scholarship is distinguished by its detailed examination of daily life, familial dynamics, and the societal structures of the ancient world. Huebner brings a fresh perspective to the study of history, emphasizing the significance of individual experiences within broader historical narratives. Her approach is noted for its precision and its capacity to illuminate the past for contemporary readers.
The first book to explore the socio-economic background of people in the New Testament using papyrological evidence from Roman Egypt. Gives a new perspective on the early Christians under Roman rule, focusing on the lives of figures from the lower social strata such as craftsmen, women, children, peasants, and shepherds.