Greek Nymphs: Myth, Cult, Lore

by Jennifer Larson and Jennifer Larson

Book Overview

Greek Nymphs: Myths, Cult, Lore is the first comprehensive study of the nymph in the ancient Greek world. This well-illustrated book examines nymphs as both religious and mythopoetic figures, tracing their development and significance in Greek culture from Homer through the Hellenistic period. Drawing upon a broad range of literary and archaeological evidence, Jennifer Larson discusses sexually powerful nymphs in ancient and modern Greek folklore,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0195144651
• ISBN13: 9780195144659
• Release Date: June 2001
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
• Length: 392 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.4" x 9.1"