The Feast Of Bacchus

The Feast Of Bacchus

Ernest George Henham

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781104490652
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The Feast of Bacchus: A Study in Dramatic Atmosphere is a book written by Ernest George Henham in 1907. The book is a study of the dramatic atmosphere of the ancient Greek festival of Bacchus, which was celebrated in honor of the god of wine and fertility. The author explores the various elements that contributed to the festival’s unique atmosphere, including the music, dancing, costumes, and rituals.Henham delves into the history and mythology of the festival, examining its origins and evolution over time. He also analyzes the role of Bacchus in Greek culture and religion, and how the festival served as a means of expressing and reinforcing these beliefs.The book is written in a scholarly style, with extensive footnotes and references to primary sources. It is aimed at readers with an interest in ancient Greek culture, theater, and mythology, as well as those interested in the history of festivals and celebrations.Overall, The Feast of Bacchus: A Study in Dramatic Atmosphere is a fascinating exploration of a key aspect of ancient Greek culture, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in this period of history.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.

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