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A Companion to Roman Religion
Contributor(s): Rüpke, Jörg (Editor)
ISBN: 1444339249     ISBN-13: 9781444339246
Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
OUR PRICE:   $60.75  
Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats
Published: April 2011
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BISAC Categories:
- Literary Criticism | Ancient And Classical
Dewey: 292.07
Series: Blackwell Companions to the Ancient World
Physical Information: 1.2" H x 6.7" W x 9.6" (2.20 lbs) 576 pages
Themes:
- Chronological Period - Ancient (To 499 A.D.)
 
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Publisher Description:
A comprehensive treatment of the significant symbols and institutions of Roman religion, this companion places the various religious symbols, discourses, and practices, including Judaism and Christianity, into a larger framework to reveal the sprawling landscape of the Roman religion.
  • An innovative introduction to Roman religion
  • Approaches the field with a focus on the human-figures instead of the gods
  • Analyzes religious changes from the eighth century BC to the fourth century AD
  • Offers the first history of religious motifs on coins and household/everyday utensils
  • Presents Roman religion within its cultural, social, and historical contexts