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1. Anicii Manlii Severini Boethii De syllogismo categorico : critical edition with an introduction
Abstract : The Roman statesman and philosopher Anicius Manlius Seuerinus Boethius (c. 480 - c. 525) translated and wrote commentaries on most of Aristotle's logical works. READ MORE
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2. Virginity Recast : Romanos and the Mother of God
Abstract : The Virgin Mary has always stood out in the Christian scenery, yet in ever-changing guises. This study explores the characterization of the Virgin in the poetic works of Romanos the Melodist (ca. 490–560), the great composer of the so-called kontakion. Written for liturgical use, these dramatic songs soon became well-known and immensely popular. READ MORE
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3. The Chamber Tombs of San Giovenale and the Funerary Landscapes of South Etruria
Abstract : This study is the first comprehensive examination of the Etruscan chamber tombs at San Giovenale. By compiling all the published data and conducting a field survey, 290 tombs have now been documented at the site. Of these, 224 have never before been published. READ MORE
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4. Crossing the Bridge : An Interpretation of the Archaeological Remains in the Etruscan Bridge Complex at San Giovenale, Etruria
Abstract : This thesis discusses the archaeological remains in the Etruscan bridge complex, found during the excavations at San Giovenale in 1959–1963, and 1999. The aim has been to reach a holistic perspective of the bridge complex with the bridge seen as a link between topography, economy, social relationships, politics, symbols and ritual, reflecting its importance for the whole community at San Giovenale and its surroundings. READ MORE
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5. The Egyptianizing, male, limestone statuary from Cyprus : a study of a cross-cultural, Eastern Mediterranean votive type
Abstract : This thesis is a study of a particular limestone votive statuary type which was dedicated in the sanctuaries on Cyprus during the entire 6th century B.C. Common to the group of figures is that they are wearing a Cypriote version of an Egyptian-type outfit, including characteristic Egyptian royal headgear and jewelry. READ MORE