The Roman Monster: An Icon of the Papal Antichrist in Reformation Polemics

(Part of the Early Modern Studies Series)

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In December 1495 the Tiber River flooded the city of Rome causing extensive drowning and destruction. When the water finally receded, a rumor began to circulate that a grotesque monstrosity had been discovered in the muddy detritus--the Roman monster. The creature itself is inherently fascinating, consisting of an eclectic combination of human and animal body parts. The symbolism of these elements, the interpretations that religious controversialists...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:161248106X

ISBN13:9781612481067

Release Date:March 2014

Publisher:Penn State University Press

Length:272 Pages

Weight:1.05 lbs.

Dimensions:0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"

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Religion Religion & Spirituality

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The Roman Monster: An Icon of the Papal Antichrist in Reformation Polemics

(Part of the Early Modern Studies Series)

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