The Great Dionysiak Myth V2

By Robert Brown and Dr Robert Brown

Book Overview

""The Great Dionysiak Myth V2"" is a book written by Robert Brown that delves into the mythology surrounding the Greek god Dionysus. The book explores the various myths and legends associated with the god, including his birth, his role as the god of wine and fertility, and his interactions with other gods and mortals. The author examines the historical and cultural context of these myths, as well as their significance in ancient Greek religion and society. The book also includes illustrations and references to ancient artwork and literature related to Dionysus. Overall, ""The Great Dionysiak Myth V2"" offers a comprehensive and scholarly examination of one of the most intriguing figures in Greek mythology.1877. Other volumes in this set include ISBN number(s): 0766184641. Volume 2 of 2. The principal object of this work is to trace the history of religious thought, as illustrated by mythology, to its most archaic phases in Western Asia; for the purpose of disclosing certain root principles of belief which deliberate human opinion is indeed valuable, be relied on as an embodiment of actual truth. Contents: Dionysiak Nomenclature; Protagonistic Phases of Dionysos; Introduction of the Dionysiak Cult into Hellas; Dionysos Melqarth in the Phoenician Outer World. Illustrated.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: 1162628162
• ISBN13: 9781162628165
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 378 Pages
• Weight: 1.11 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"