| Zeus: A Study in Ancient Religion Contributor(s): Cook, A. B. (Author) |
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ISBN: 110802131X ISBN-13: 9781108021319 Publisher: Cambridge University Press OUR PRICE: $65.54 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: October 2010 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - History | Ancient - General - Religion | Antiquities & Archaeology |
| Dewey: 292.211 |
| Series: Cambridge Library Collection - Classics |
| Physical Information: 1.17" H x 6.14" W x 9.21" (1.77 lbs) 580 pages |
| Themes: - Chronological Period - Ancient (To 499 A.D.) |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: The renowned classical scholar and archaeologist A. B. Cook (1868-1952) published the second volume of his monumental Zeus: A Study in Ancient Religion in two parts in 1925. The volume covers the theme of Zeus as god of lightning and thunder, an idea that became common during the classical period. Part II contains detailed appendixes and a comprehensive index for the volume. It offers a wealth of information, including primary sources, on Zeus' relationship with the god Kairos; mountain-cults; folk-tales and myths; and the various personas and manifestations of the god Zeus. It is beautifully illustrated with maps, diagrams, photographs, and engravings, including many images of pottery, statues, busts, friezes and ancient coins. A treasure-trove of primary texts, both Greek and Latin, epigraph material and archaeological data, this magnificent work remains an indispensable tool for students and scholars of classics, mythology and ancient religion. |