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The religious beliefs of both the Roman's and the Celtics were a crucial part of their societal makeup. It was interesting to see how both groups incorporated their gods in political settings. One thing I did find annoying throughout the book was Marcellus continual declarations of "Sweet Venus" or "Firey Hades." Had these comments been made sparingly, I would have liked the added dialogue, but it got to the point where he was saying such things far too often.
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I really didn't feel the presence of gods or goddesses in the book. The characters consult the gods, but they don't even do so truthfully.
There is no frigate like a book
To take us lands away,
Nor any coursers like a page
Of prancing poetry.
This traverse may the poorest take
Without oppress of toll;
How frugal is the chariot
That bears a human soul!
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Even as an atheist I still have to admit that religions still have a huge influence in our cultures and societies. And that used to be something even more important in Ancient Societies. I believe the book made a good portrayal of it. But I still didn't agree with the whole 'character being able defy gods and shape destiny at will'.
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Personally, I love it when authors mix mythology into books. Religion was an extremely important factor in the past. I like how it is portrayed in this book as well.
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CommMayo wrote: 01 Sep 2018, 11:16 To me, it felt as if there really were no gods or goddesses, just everyday people pretending to interpret messages from their gods. While there were elements of mysticism, I never got the feeling that actual gods were at play shaping the destiny of the characters.
It was the norms of those times, the Gods made little impact but were given credit for any great significant incident.
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