Greek Nymphs: Myth, Cult, Lore

by Jennifer Larson and Jennifer Larson

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Greek Nymphs: Myths, Cult, Lore is the first comprehensive study of the nymph in the ancient Greek world. This well-illustrated book examines nymphs as both religious and mythopoetic figures, tracing their development and significance in Greek culture from Homer through the Hellenistic period. Drawing upon a broad range of literary and archaeological evidence, Jennifer Larson discusses sexually powerful nymphs in ancient and modern Greek folklore,...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:0195144651

ISBN13:9780195144659

Release Date:June 2001

Publisher:Oxford University Press

Length:392 Pages

Weight:1.40 lbs.

Dimensions:0.9" x 6.4" x 9.1"

Related Subjects

Ancient Ancient & Classical Literature Criticism & Theory Education & Reference Fairy Tales Greece Greek History History & Criticism Humanities

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