The Power Of A Symbol: To Which Is Added Worship Of Priapus; Phallicism In Japan; And Prostitution In Antiquity

By Hargrave Jennings and Lee Alexander Stone

Book Overview

""The Power of a Symbol"" is a non-fiction book written by Lee Alexander Stone. The book explores the significance of symbols in human culture and the power they hold in shaping our beliefs and behaviors. The author delves into the history of symbolism, tracing its roots back to ancient civilizations and exploring its evolution over time.The book also includes an in-depth analysis of the worship of Priapus, a fertility god from ancient Greece, and the role of phallicism in Japanese culture. Additionally, the author examines the history of prostitution in antiquity, providing insight into the social and cultural factors that contributed to its prevalence.Overall, ""The Power of a Symbol"" is a thought-provoking exploration of the role that symbols play in our lives and the impact they have on our beliefs and behaviors. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of symbolism and its significance in human culture, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the history of religion, culture, and society.Prostitution In Antiquity By Edmond Dupouy, Translated By Thomas Minor.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: 1425498728
• ISBN13: 9781425498726
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 324 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"