Mystic Italy (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781161407938)

Mystic Italy is a book written by Michael I. Rostovtzeff that explores the mystical and spiritual aspects of Italy. The book takes readers on a journey through the country's history, art, and architecture, revealing the deep spiritual connections that have existed between the people of Italy and their land for centuries. Rostovtzeff draws on a wide range of sources, from ancient texts to modern-day interviews, to uncover the hidden meanings and symbolism behind Italy's most iconic landmarks and cultural traditions. He delves into the mysteries of the Etruscan civilization, the spiritual significance of the Roman Forum, and the mystical power of the Renaissance art and architecture. Throughout the book, Rostovtzeff emphasizes the importance of understanding Italy's spiritual heritage in order to fully appreciate its culture and history. He argues that the country's rich spiritual traditions have played a crucial role in shaping its identity and influencing its people, and that they continue to inspire and guide Italians today. Mystic Italy is a fascinating exploration of a country that has long captivated the imagination of people around the world. It offers a unique perspective on Italy's cultural and spiritual heritage, and is sure to appeal to anyone interested in history, art, or spirituality.1927. This work represents the Colver Lectures at Brown University for 1927. The author's aim is not to give a general picture of the mystic tendencies which prevailed in Italy in the ancient times - such a task cannot yet be performed adequately, since our information for some parts of Italy and for some periods is very scanty, for other times and places totally wanting. It is to present an analysis of certain monuments or Pompeii and of Rome which reflect mystic tendencies in the population of these two places during the early Roman Empire. Contents: Mystic Italy; Mystic Pompeii; Mystic Rome; Notes. Illustrated.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.

Author: Michael I. Rostovtzeff
ISBN-10: 1161407936
ISBN-13: 9781161407938
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/23/2010
Pages: 194
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.23lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.50d