Greek Mysteries by Michael B Cosmopoulos
Religion in ancient Greece had a strong public character and within this public religion, there were special cults - 'mysteries'. This welcome volume showcases new research on the archaeology, ritual and history of Greek mystery cults.'Its success lies in putting together a series of extremely interesting essays which represent the best introduction to their topic currently available' - Antiquity
'Offers a variety of approaches, provokes questions, and inspires ideas. The association of archeological and literary data is salutary, and proves to be rewarding for the study of the mystery cults treated here.' - BMCR
'Its success lies in putting together a series of extremely interesting essays which represent the best introduction to their topic currently available.' - Antiquity
Cosmopoulos, Michael B.: - Michael B. Cosmopoulos is the Hellenic Government-Karakas Foundation Chair of Greek Studies and Professor of Greek Archaeology at the University of Missouri, St. Louis. An archaeologist of ancient Greece, he has authored and edited eleven books, including The Rural History of Ancient Greek City-States and Greek Mysteries: The Archaeology and Ritual of Greek Secret Cults.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780415248730 |
| ISBN 10 | 0415248736 |
| Title | Greek Mysteries |
| Author | Michael B Cosmopoulos |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Taylor & Francis Ltd |
| Year published | 2002-10-31 |
| Number of pages | 292 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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