ELENA MUÑIZ-GRIJALVO and ALBERTO DEL CAMPO TEJEDOR (Eds), Processions and the Construction of Communities in Antiquity: History and Comparative Perspectives (Routledge monographs in classical studies). London 9781032294506 (pbk); 9781003301646, 9781000892604, 9781000892574 (electronic book). £135.00.

Key Points

• This volume examines the role of processions in building communities in ancient societies.
• Anthology of various contributions examining historical perspectives on processions.
• Comparative analysis of different cultures and historical contexts.
• Illustrated with maps and images to support arguments.
• Demonstrates how processions were pivotal in social cohesion and community identity in antiquity.

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