The Cults of the Greek States V4

By Lewis Richard Farnell

Book Overview

""The Cults of the Greek States"" is a four-volume set written by Lewis Richard Farnell. The fourth volume focuses on the religious practices and beliefs of the ancient Greek states, including their gods, goddesses, and cults. The book explores the origins and development of these cults, as well as their rituals and ceremonies. It also delves into the role of religion in Greek society, including its impact on politics, art, and literature. Farnell draws on a wide range of sources, including ancient texts, inscriptions, and archaeological evidence, to provide a comprehensive and detailed account of the Greek cults. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient Greek religion, history, or culture.1909. Part Four of Five. With Illustrations. This major work is still used extensively as the major source for information on the record left by Greek literature and monuments of the popular and public religion. Includes cult monuments and ideal types. Volume I: Cronos, Zeus, Hera and Athena. Volume II: Artemis, Hekate, Eileithyia, Aphrodite. Volume III: Demeter, Kore-Persephone, Hades-Plouton. Volume IV: Poseidon, Apollo. Volume V: Hermes, Dionysos, Hestia, Hephaistos, Ares and minor cults. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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: 1162644427
• ISBN13: 9781162644424
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 532 Pages
• Weight: 1.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"