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Roman Antiquities: Or An Account Of The Manners And Customs Of The Romans (1819)

Roman Antiquities: Or An Account Of The Manners And Customs Of The Romans (1819)

Adam, Alexander

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Fiction AnthologiesGeneral PoetryItalian History

ISBN10: 1165699559
ISBN13: 9781165699551
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 586
Weight: 1.70
Height: 1.19 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Roman Antiquities: Or An Account Of The Manners And Customs Of The Romans (1819) by Alexander Adam is a comprehensive and detailed study of the ancient Roman civilization. The book provides a thorough overview of the social, political, and cultural aspects of Roman life, including their religious beliefs, laws, education, and entertainment.The author begins by discussing the origins of Rome and its early history, before moving on to examine the various classes of Roman society and their roles within the community. He then delves into the intricacies of Roman law and governance, exploring the structure of the government, the role of the Senate, and the powers of the various magistrates.The book also covers the religious beliefs of the Romans, including their pantheon of gods and goddesses, their religious rituals and ceremonies, and the role of religion in everyday life. Adam also describes the Roman education system, which was highly regarded in the ancient world, and the various forms of entertainment enjoyed by the Romans, such as gladiatorial games and chariot races.Throughout the book, Adam draws on a wide range of sources, including ancient texts, inscriptions, and archaeological evidence, to provide a comprehensive and detailed account of Roman life. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it an ideal introduction to the subject for students and general readers alike.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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