Isbn: 9780243548040 - Librorum De Disciplina Augurali Ante Augusti Mortem Scriptorum Reliquiae, Vol. 1: Dissertatio Inauguralis Quam Ad Summos in Philosophia Honores Ab ... Lipsiensi, Rite Impetrandos (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book gathers and analyzes fragments from the lost augural books of ancient Roman priests. These books contained the rituals, prayers, and omens used by augurs, who were consulted on all important public matters. The author examines these fragments within the broader context of Roman religion and history, showing how they reflect the beliefs and practices of the ancient Romans. The book provides insights into the origins and development of Roman augury, its role in Roman society, and its influence on Roman culture and thought. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…