Urban Religion in Roman Corinth: Interdisciplinary Approaches,

by Steven J. Friesen

Book Overview

This book discusses the history, topography, and urban development of Corinth with special attention to civic and private religious practices in the Roman colony. Expert analysis of the latest archaeological data is coupled with consideration of what can be known about the emergence and evolution of religions in Corinth. Several scholars consider specific aspects of archaeological evidence and ask how enhanced knowledge of such topics as burial...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0674016602
• ISBN13: 9780674016606
• Release Date: August 2005
• Publisher: Harvard Divinity School
• Length: 523 Pages
• Weight: 1.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.2" x 8.6"