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This classic text offers readers a detailed look at the Pompeian religious cults and their significance in the wider context of ancient Roman society. Drawing on a wealth of historical and archaeological evidence, Guarini explores the different gods and goddesses worshipped by the Pompeians, the rituals and practices associated with their worship, and the social, political, and cultural contexts that shaped the development of the cults. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in ancient religion, Roman history, or the sociocultural dynamics of the ancient world. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.