Edité par Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10 : 0365853151 ISBN 13 : 9780365853152
Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book explores the origins, development, and connections between the arts, beliefs, and practices of ancient civilizations across Asia, Europe, and Africa. The author traces the evolution of artistic expression from its earliest forms, examining the underlying ideas and symbols that shaped their creation. By analyzing monuments, artifacts, and texts, the book uncovers the profound relationship between art, religion, and the human experience. It sheds light on the origins of deities, the development of religious practices, and the spread of cultural influences across vast distances. Through meticulous research and engaging prose, the author reveals the intricate tapestry of human creativity and spirituality, providing a deeper understanding of our shared cultural heritage. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.
Edité par Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10 : 0484944134 ISBN 13 : 9780484944137
Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers an exclusive glimpse into the private lives of Rome's legendary emperors, uncovering the salacious affairs and debauched parties hidden behind their public personas. Through exquisite and rarely seen engraved gems, the author transports readers back to the glittering courts of the Caesars, where power, lust, and excess intermingle in a captivating historical narrative. The book delves into the intimate relationships and scandalous exploits of twelve emperors, from Julius Caesar to Nero, revealing their unbridled pursuit of pleasure and the profound impact it had on the destiny of Rome. By examining the hidden desires and secret vices of these iconic figures, the author illuminates the dark underbelly of imperial power and offers a fresh perspective on the rise and fall of the Roman Empire. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.
Edité par Arte'm, 2024
ISBN 10 : 8856909561 ISBN 13 : 9788856909562
Vendeur : Libro Co. Italia Srl, San Casciano Val di Pesa, FI, Italie
Etat : Libro. A cura di De Caro S. Napoli, 2024; br., pp. 112, ill., cm 15x24. (Storia e CiviltÃ). "Il libretto che segue à la traduzione, la prima in italiano, di un testo piuttosto famoso tra chi studia le gemme incise antiche e moderne, e, al tempo stesso, un punto di riferimento obbligatorio della letteratura "libertina" del Settecento, con tutte le sue implicazioni filosofiche, artistiche, politiche. Un tempo si riteneva che la quasi totalità delle immagini che corredano questo testo fossero di totale invenzione di d'Hancarville, anche perchà , pur presentandole come pietre reali di cui cita i dati gemmologici, solo molto raramente egli riporta la sua fonte. Oggi, col progresso degli studi e le ricerche nelle dattilioteche sette e ottocentesche, si comincia invece a pensare che molte di esse possano essere disegni di gemme reali, antiche o moderne, che d'Hancarville aveva avuto modo di disegnare. Le gemme di tema erotico, ora rinominate "spintrie", costituivano da alcuni secoli la parte pià consistente di molte collezioni". (Stefano de Caro).