The Asiatic Affinities Of The Old Italians (1870)

The Asiatic Affinities Of The Old Italians is a historical book written by Robert Ellis and published in 1870. The book explores the cultural and linguistic connections between the ancient Italians and the peoples of Asia. Ellis argues that the ancient Italians were not purely of European origin but had significant ties to the ancient cultures of Asia, particularly those of the Middle East and the Near East. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the origins of the Italian language, the influence of Asian cultures on Italian art and architecture, and the role of trade and commerce in shaping the relationship between Italy and the East. Ellis draws on a variety of sources, including ancient texts, archaeological evidence, and contemporary accounts of Italian culture, to support his arguments. The Asiatic Affinities Of The Old Italians is an important work of scholarship that sheds new light on the complex history of Italy and its relationship to the wider world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.