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Hardcover. Etat : new. Hardcover. "Mystic Italy" is a scholarly exploration into the clandestine spiritual life of the Roman Empire, focusing on the vibrant and often secretive mystery religions that permeated ancient society. Renowned historian Michael Rostovtzeff examines the archaeological remains and artistic evidence of these cults, particularly those dedicated to Dionysus and Orpheus. By analyzing the frescoes of the Villa of the Mysteries in Pompeii and other significant sites, Rostovtzeff reconstructs the beliefs, rituals, and philosophical underpinnings of the mystic movements that offered personal salvation and spiritual transcendence to their adherents.This work provides a deep dive into the Hellenistic influences that shaped the religious landscape of early Italy. It illustrates how these mystic currents provided a counterpoint to the formal state religion of Rome, appealing to a diverse cross-section of the population. Through a rigorous interpretation of iconography and architecture, Rostovtzeff offers readers a window into the private devotional practices of antiquity. "Mystic Italy" remains an essential text for those interested in ancient history, the evolution of religious thought, and the archaeological legacy of the Roman world.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781025855950
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Hardcover. Etat : new. Hardcover. "Mystic Italy" is a scholarly exploration into the clandestine spiritual life of the Roman Empire, focusing on the vibrant and often secretive mystery religions that permeated ancient society. Renowned historian Michael Rostovtzeff examines the archaeological remains and artistic evidence of these cults, particularly those dedicated to Dionysus and Orpheus. By analyzing the frescoes of the Villa of the Mysteries in Pompeii and other significant sites, Rostovtzeff reconstructs the beliefs, rituals, and philosophical underpinnings of the mystic movements that offered personal salvation and spiritual transcendence to their adherents.This work provides a deep dive into the Hellenistic influences that shaped the religious landscape of early Italy. It illustrates how these mystic currents provided a counterpoint to the formal state religion of Rome, appealing to a diverse cross-section of the population. Through a rigorous interpretation of iconography and architecture, Rostovtzeff offers readers a window into the private devotional practices of antiquity. "Mystic Italy" remains an essential text for those interested in ancient history, the evolution of religious thought, and the archaeological legacy of the Roman world.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781025855950
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