""Strange Superstitions in Rome"" by Rodolfo Lanciani is a book that explores the peculiar and fascinating world of superstitions in ancient Rome. The author, a renowned archaeologist and historian, delves into the beliefs and practices of the Romans, revealing their fascination with the supernatural and their reliance on magic to influence their daily lives.The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Roman superstition. Lanciani examines the role of divination, the use of amulets and ...
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""Strange Superstitions in Rome"" by Rodolfo Lanciani is a book that explores the peculiar and fascinating world of superstitions in ancient Rome. The author, a renowned archaeologist and historian, delves into the beliefs and practices of the Romans, revealing their fascination with the supernatural and their reliance on magic to influence their daily lives.The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Roman superstition. Lanciani examines the role of divination, the use of amulets and talismans, the significance of dreams, and the practice of necromancy. He also explores the superstitions surrounding animals, such as the belief in the power of the snake or the owl, and the rituals associated with them.Throughout the book, Lanciani draws on a range of sources, including ancient texts, inscriptions, and archaeological evidence, to provide a comprehensive and engaging account of Roman superstitions. He also highlights the ways in which these beliefs were intertwined with the political, social, and cultural life of ancient Rome.In summary, ""Strange Superstitions in Rome"" is a fascinating and informative book that sheds light on the intriguing world of Roman superstition. It will appeal to anyone interested in ancient history, archaeology, or the supernatural.THIS 46 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: New Tales of Old Rome, by Rodolfo Lanciani. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1417908211.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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