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Leo Hjortsø's "Roman Gods and Heroes" is a popular scientific overview of Roman deities and mythical heroes.The author illustrates how religion and legends closely impacted every aspect of Roman life and profoundly influenced their worldview. He draws intriguing parallels to modern times, and his text is complemented by a wealth of vivid quotes and illustrations.A comprehensive index and table of contents enable the book to be used as a reference work for seeking necessary facts, while a coherent and discursive narrative style makes it increasingly engaging reading material.The book is suitable for both readers with little prior knowledge and those who are already more knowledgeable.