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Pagan and Christian Rome

Pagan and Christian Rome

Lanciani, Rodolfo

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Ancient RomeFiction AnthologiesGeneral Christianity

ISBN10: 1162591374
ISBN13: 9781162591377
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 446
Weight: 2.19
Height: 0.90 Width: 8.25 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Pagan and Christian Rome is a book written by Rodolfo Lanciani that explores the history of Rome from the pre-Christian era to the early Christian period. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the pagan history of Rome and the second part focusing on the Christian history of Rome.In the first part of the book, Lanciani delves into the pagan history of Rome, discussing the city's ancient monuments, temples, and public buildings. He explores the religious beliefs and practices of the Romans, including their gods and goddesses, their festivals, and their rituals.In the second part of the book, Lanciani examines the rise of Christianity in Rome and its impact on the city. He discusses the early Christian churches and basilicas, as well as the catacombs where Christians buried their dead. He also explores the lives of the early Christian martyrs and the role of the popes in shaping the Christian Church.Throughout the book, Lanciani provides detailed descriptions and illustrations of the ancient buildings and monuments of Rome, as well as the art and artifacts that have been discovered in the city. He also offers insights into the daily life and customs of the Romans, making this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of Rome.1896. A very complete and detailed volume discussing Rome and how it evolved through time. Contents: transformation of Rome from a Pagan into a Christian city; Pagan shrines and temples; Christian churches; imperial tombs; Papal tombs; Pagan cemeteries; Christian cemeteries. Profusely illustrated throughout with 26 full page illustrations and over 90 illustrations in the text.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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