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OverviewThe Dioscuri first appeared at the Battle of Lake Regillus in 496 BC to save the new Republic. Receiving a temple in the Forum in gratitude, the gods continued to play an important role in Roman life for centuries and took on new responsibilities as the needs of the society evolved. Protectors of elite horsemen, boxers and sailors, they also served as guarantors of the Republic's continuation and, eventually, as models for potential future emperors. Over the course of centuries, the cult and its temples underwent many changes. In this book, Amber Gartrell explores the evolution of the cult. Drawing on a range of methodological approaches and a wide range of ancient evidence, she focuses on four key aspects: the gods' two temples in Rome, their epiphanies, their protection of varied groups, and their role as divine parallels for imperial heirs, revealing how religion, politics and society interacted and influenced each other. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Amber Gartrell (University College London)Publisher: Cambridge University Press Imprint: Cambridge University Press Dimensions: Width: 23.00cm , Height: 1.50cm , Length: 15.00cm Weight: 0.490kg ISBN: 9781108477550ISBN 10: 1108477550 Pages: 275 Publication Date: 29 April 2021 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Manufactured on demand We will order this item for you from a manufactured on demand supplier. Table of ContentsReviews'Well written and presented ... the book is a pleasure to read.' Francoise Van Haeperen, Bryn Mawr Classical Review 'Well written and presented … the book is a pleasure to read.' Françoise Van Haeperen, Bryn Mawr Classical Review Author InformationAmber Gartrell is an Associate Lecturer (Teaching) in Roman History at University College London. Previously, she was a Stipendiary Lecturer in Ancient History at St Hilda's, St John's and Merton Colleges at the University of Oxford. Her research focuses upon the interactions between religion and other facets of Roman life, including politics, historical events, and social developments. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |