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Color-Terms in Social and Cultural Context in Ancient Rome

Rachael Goldman author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Gorgias Press

Published:5th Sep '13

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Romans attached nuanced implications to color-terms which went beyond their literal meaning, using these terms as a form of cultural assessment, defining their social values and order. By analyzing the use and color words in specific contexts, we can gain greater insight into the Roman mind.

ISBN: 9781611439144

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204 pages