""Rome and the Magna Mater or The Worship of the Great Mother"" is a historical account by Samuel Dill that explores the cult of the Magna Mater, a goddess worshiped in ancient Rome. The book traces the origins of the cult and its influence on Roman society, particularly during the Republic and Empire periods. Dill examines the various rituals and practices associated with the Magna Mater, including the famous annual procession of the goddess's statue...