How 3rd-century Chinese Saw the Romans. Some of the Details Were Wild
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“Ancient Chinese scholarly accounts provide a unique perspective on the Roman Empire. These historical documents contain unusual descriptions of Roman life and culture from a 3rd-century viewpoint.”
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