Description: Astrology in Roman Law and Politics by Frederick H. Cramer, The American Philosophical Society, Philadelphia, 1954, 291pp, hardcover, 9.5 x 12", 4to Fair condition. Paper dust jacket over cloth boards. Chipping and tearing along fore edges of dust jacket. Minor staining and age-related wear to dust jacket. Title in dark blue ink on front cover. Dust jacket is not price clipped; price is printed too high on front flap to do so. Provenance in ink on flyleaf (Carl, last name is illegible). Frontispiece opposite title page. Marginalia throughout textblock. Minor toning throughout textblock. Illustrations/photos throughout. Please see photos. A comprehensive study that provides an in-depth analysis of how astrology was used in various aspects of Roman society, including legal proceedings and political decision-making. Cramer examines the beliefs and practices of the Romans regarding astrology, and how these beliefs influenced their attitudes towards law and politics. The book also discusses the influence of astrology on the Roman imperial court, and how emperors used astrology to legitimize their rule. FORN-SHELF-0522-BB-2408-JC1144
Price: 150 USD
Location: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
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Binding: Hardcover
Language: English
Special Attributes: Dust Jacket, Illustrated
Author: Frederick H. Cramer
Publisher: The American Philosophical Society
Topic: Astrology
Subject: Law & Government
Original/Facsimile: Original
