The Cults of the Greek States V4 - Hardcover

""The Cults of the Greek States V4"" is a scholarly work by Lewis Richard Farnell that explores the various religious cults and practices of ancient Greece. This fourth volume in the series covers the cults of Dionysus, Orpheus, and the Hellenistic period. Farnell delves into the mythology, rituals, and beliefs surrounding these cults, as well as their historical and cultural significance. The book is written in a highly academic style and includes numerous references to primary sources and scholarly works. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Greek religion and culture, as well as for scholars and students of classical studies.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.