Roman And The Superiority Of The Orient

""Roman and the Superiority of the Orient"" by Franz Cumont is a scholarly work that explores the relationship between the Roman Empire and the cultures of the East, particularly those of Persia and India. The book examines the ways in which the Romans perceived and interacted with these cultures, and how these interactions influenced their own society and worldview. Cumont argues that the Romans were deeply influenced by the superior knowledge and technology of the East, and that this influence played a significant role in shaping their politics, religion, and philosophy. The book draws on a wide range of sources, including ancient texts, archaeological evidence, and modern scholarship, to provide a comprehensive and nuanced account of this complex and fascinating subject. Overall, ""Roman and the Superiority of the Orient"" offers a compelling and insightful analysis of the cultural and intellectual exchange that took place between the Roman Empire and the East, and its lasting impact on both civilizations.THIS 24 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Oriental Religions in Roman Paganism, by Franz Cumont. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564595374.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.