The Rostock University classicist Werner Krenkel is known in his field above all for his expertise on Roman satire, especially the works of Lucilius, for his work on Varro, and for being one of the pioneers in the study of sexuality in the ancient world. He himself has chosen the studies which appear in this collection, many of them now hard to find in their original places of publication. Included are essays on Lucilius, on Varro and on classical mime, on the grammarian Nonus, and above all Krenkels̕ studies of sexuality in ancient societies. Based on a meticulous study of sources and a comprehensive terminological analysis, and well-informed on archaeological evidence, these studies have lost none of their relevance. Research, especially in the discipline of Gender Studies, has since undergone intensive development. For this reason the editors are pleased to make available again these groundbreaking and stimulating works.