Publisher's Synopsis
The Divinity of the Roman Emperor: Philological Monographs, American Philological Association, No. 1 is a book written by Lily Ross Taylor. It is a comprehensive study of the Roman Emperor's divinity, exploring the concept of imperial cults and the worship of the Emperor as a god. The book examines the evolution of the concept of divinity in the Roman Empire, tracing its roots to the early days of the Republic and the role of the gods in Roman society. It also delves into the political and social implications of the Emperor's divinity, including the use of propaganda and the manipulation of the masses. The book is an important resource for scholars and students of Roman history, religion, and culture, providing a detailed and insightful analysis of the complex relationship between the Roman Emperor and the divine.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.
