The Cults Of Lesbos

By Emily Ledyard Shields

Book Overview

The Cults of Lesbos is a book written by Emily Ledyard Shields that explores the religious practices and beliefs of the ancient Greek island of Lesbos. The book delves into the different cults that existed on the island, including the cults of Dionysus, Demeter, and Aphrodite. It examines the rituals, festivals, and myths associated with each cult, as well as their social and political significance. The author also discusses the role of women in these cults and their influence on the island's culture. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the religious landscape of Lesbos and sheds light on the intersection of religion, gender, and politics in ancient Greece. It is a valuable resource for scholars of ancient history, religion, and gender studies.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: 1163228559
• ISBN13: 9781163228555
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 124 Pages
• Weight: 0.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"