Eleusinia (1836)

By Richard Trott Fisher

Book Overview

Eleusinia is a book written by Richard Trott Fisher and published in 1836. The book is a historical and philosophical analysis of the Eleusinian Mysteries, a series of initiation rites and ceremonies that were held annually in ancient Greece in honor of the goddess Demeter and her daughter Persephone. The book delves into the history of the Mysteries, their significance in ancient Greek society, and their impact on Western civilization. Fisher explores the symbolism and meaning behind the various rituals and ceremonies, and offers his own interpretations and theories about their purpose and significance. The book is written in a scholarly and academic style, with extensive footnotes and references to primary sources. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient Greek religion, philosophy, and culture.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164632450
• ISBN13: 9781164632450
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 0.67 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"