Roman Sepulchral Inscriptions: Their Relation to Archæology, Language, and Religion

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Uncover the voices of antiquity with John Kenrick's definitive study of Roman sepulchral inscriptions. By analyzing thousands of funerary monuments, Kenrick reconstructs the religious life of the Roman Empire, revealing how the dead communicated their faith, social status, and personal beliefs to the living. This is not just a collection of stones — it is a window into the Roman mind.\n\nKenrick demonstrates how these inscriptions serve as vital archaeological evidence, preserving linguistic forms and religious practices that would otherwise be lost. From the early Republic to the Christian era, the book traces the transformation of Roman belief through the changing language of the grave. Scholars and enthusiasts alike will find a rigorous, readable exploration of how the dead spoke and what they left behind.