Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 025978124X ISBN 13: 9780259781240
Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a compilation of five volumes of Aesop's fables, written by Phaedrus, a freedman of the Augustan era. These fables, often featuring animals as characters, were translated into Latin verse by Phaedrus from a Greek text. The author's own experiences as a freedman and his social commentary are embedded within the narratives. The work is a rich source of literary and historical insights, offering a glimpse into the social norms and cultural values of the ancient Roman Empire and a testament to the timeless nature of Aesop's fables. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.
Published by Forgotten Books, 2020
ISBN 10: 0282040579 ISBN 13: 9780282040574
Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book uncovers groundbreaking insights into the ancient Etruscan civilization through an expert analysis of the "Mummy of Zagreb," an artifact adorned with the longest Etruscan inscription ever discovered. The author decodes the hieroglyphics inscribed on the mummy's wrappings, providing unprecedented access to the Etruscan language and culture. This pivotal work explores the influence of Greek and Italic civilizations on the Etruscans, blending linguistic, cultural, and historical perspectives. The significance of this research lies in its potential to shed light on one of the most enigmatic and understudied civilizations of antiquity. Through innovative linguistic analysis, the book unlocks the secrets of the Etruscan language, revealing the intricacies of funeral rites, religious beliefs, and social structures within this ancient society. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.