Stars Myths And Rituals In Etruscan Rome
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Stars Myths And Rituals In Etruscan Rome
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Author : Leonardo Magini
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2014-12-04
Stars Myths And Rituals In Etruscan Rome written by Leonardo Magini and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-12-04 with Science categories.
This book offers a detailed and fascinating picture of the astonishing astronomical knowledge on which the Roman calendar, traditionally attributed to the king Numa Pompilius (reign 715-673 B.C.), was based. This knowledge, of Mesopotamian origins, related mainly to the planetary movements and to the occurrence of eclipses in the solar system. The author explains the Numan year and cycle and illustrates clearly how astronomical phenomena exerted a powerful influence over both public and private life. A series of concise chapters examine the dates of the Roman festivals, describe the related rites and myths and place the festivals in relation to the planetary movements and astronomical events. Special reference is made to the movements of the moon and Venus, their relation to the language of myth, and the particular significance that Venus was considered to have for female fertility. The book clearly demonstrates the depth of astronomical knowledge reflected in the Roman religious calendar and the designated festive days. It will appeal both to learned connoisseurs and to amateurs with a particular interest in the subject.
Etruscan Myths
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Author : Larissa Bonfante
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2006
Etruscan Myths written by Larissa Bonfante and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006 with Religion categories.
The Etruscan culture flourished for nearly 1000 years, playing an important part in the history of the Mediterranean alongside the Greeks, Phoenicians and Romans. This title explores their legacy in mythology and beliefs, as well as Etruscan art, which includes interpretations of scenes from Greek mythology.
Etruscan Myth Sacred History And Legend
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Author : Nancy Thomson de Grummond
language : en
Publisher: UPenn Museum of Archaeology
Release Date : 2006-12-07
Etruscan Myth Sacred History And Legend written by Nancy Thomson de Grummond and has been published by UPenn Museum of Archaeology this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-12-07 with History categories.
Accompanying CD-ROM contains ... "all relevant illustrations from the book, arranged in alphabetical order according to mythological character. To increase the usefulness of the [CD-ROM], supplementary images not in the book have been added[.]"--P. xv.
Beliefs Rituals And Symbols Of Ancient Greece And Rome
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Author : Dean Miller
language : en
Publisher: Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
Release Date : 2014-01-01
Beliefs Rituals And Symbols Of Ancient Greece And Rome written by Dean Miller and has been published by Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-01-01 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
Greek and Roman mythology is forever linked for a myriad of reasons. Historians believe this could be because many of the Roman deities were adopted from the Greek. However, there are many that were not shared and are proudly only Roman, or only Greek. This comprehensive atlas presents dictionary entries about the major gods, heroes, and imaginary creatures of Greek and Roman mythology, along with information on some key historical figures and philosophical schools of thought. In this impressive book, the entries unfold through a pictorial and illustrated journey. Through a robust glossary, sidebars, and thematic introductions the social studies content of this fascinating subject becomes easily digestible, even for the most reluctant reader, while the further reading section inspires future research.
Yearbook On Space Policy 2015
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Author : Cenan Al-Ekabi
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2017-01-02
Yearbook On Space Policy 2015 written by Cenan Al-Ekabi and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-01-02 with Technology & Engineering categories.
The Yearbook on Space Policy, edited by the European Space Policy Institute (ESPI), is the reference publication analysing space policy developments. Each year it presents issues and trends in space policy and the space sector as a whole. Its scope is global and its perspective is European. The Yearbook also links space policy with other policy areas. It highlights specific events and issues, and provides useful insights, data and information on space activities. The first part of the Yearbook sets out a comprehensive overview of the economic, political, technological and institutional trends that have affected space activities. The second part of the Yearbook offers a more analytical perspective on the yearly ESPI theme and consists of external contributions written by professionals with diverse backgrounds and areas of expertise. The third part of the Yearbook carries forward the character of the Yearbook as an archive of space activities. The Yearbook is designed for government decision-makers and agencies, industry professionals, as well as the service sectors, researchers and scientists and the interested public.
The Myth Of Replacement
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Author : Thomas D. Worthen
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1991
The Myth Of Replacement written by Thomas D. Worthen and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1991 with Science categories.
Changes in season, rulership, and human fortune are the stuff of which myth is made. Why should these themes pervade the mythologies of so many cultures? Might they even provide an explanation for seemingly unrelated myths and rituals? What these myths have in common, observes Thomas Worthen, is an ancient awareness that the heavens were subject to irregularities. The movement of stars we now attribute to precession was once a cause for concern about the stability of the world. Worthen here proposes the paradigm of "replacement" to account for the recurrence of common elements in the myths of many peoples. First citing the importance of rotation ritual in cultures as diverse as Buddhist and Gaelic, he draws on Georges Dum�zil's work with the Indo-European Ambrosia Cycle to lay the foundation for his paradigm. He then applies it to South American myths previously explored by Claude L�vi-Strauss, to the Greek myth of Phaethon, and to myths of dynastic replacement about Zeus and his forebears. He further shows show how the replacement paradigm explains a number of semantic puzzles in Indo-European studies, such as the relationship of words for "hammer" and "mill." The Myth of Replacement grandly illustrates the common knowledge of nature held by ancient peoples of the world. It offers scholars new perspectives on previously unconnected material as it provides general readers with a better understanding of the universality of myth.
Roman Gods Goddesses
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Author : Britannica Educational Publishing
language : en
Publisher: Britannica Educational Publishing
Release Date : 2014-01-01
Roman Gods Goddesses written by Britannica Educational Publishing and has been published by Britannica Educational Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-01-01 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
While the ancient Roman pantheon in many ways resembles that of ancient Greece, there is much that sets apart Roman mythology. Romans also borrowed from the religions of ancient Egypt, Asia Minor, and the Middle East, and legendary figures such as Romulus and Remus, tied closely to the history of Rome, feature prominently in ancient stories. The major and lesser figures of Roman mythology are presented in this vibrant volume with sidebars spotlighting related facts and concepts about Roman mythology and religion.
Myths Of Greece And Rome
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Author : Jane Ellen Harrison
language : en
Publisher: Library of Alexandria
Release Date : 1927-01-01
Myths Of Greece And Rome written by Jane Ellen Harrison and has been published by Library of Alexandria this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1927-01-01 with Fiction categories.
An account of the gods of Homer's Olympus.
Star Myths Of The Greeks And Romans
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Author :
language : en
Publisher: Red Wheel/Weiser
Release Date : 1997
Star Myths Of The Greeks And Romans written by and has been published by Red Wheel/Weiser this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1997 with categories.
Ideal for those interested in astronomy or mythology, this book presents accurate and detailed commentaries on each constellation myth and complete references for those wishing to dig deeper into where the constellations come from.
Roman Mythology
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Author : Jordan Parr
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2021-12-15
Roman Mythology written by Jordan Parr and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-12-15 with History categories.
Roman mythology is closely linked in our minds to Greek mythology, and for a good reason. As Rome evolved into an empire, its people began to long for a mythical history to solidify Roman identity. Romans, however, were not particularly interested in the effort it would take to create these myths from scratch, so they borrowed them. Greece was not the only influence on Roman culture, but it was the most prominent one.Still, when the Romans appropriated these tales, they made them their own, renaming the leading players and infusing the stories with a good dose of Roman ideology. Crucially, Roman religion and myth were meant to be practical. They discarded the Greeks' affinity for poetry and philosophy and instead focused on structure and ceremony--the gods' stories became Rome's stories, providing a divine pedigree for its conquerors and the proper rituals for continued prosperity. In Rome, the gods, like everything else, existed to benefit the empire.This book will introduce you to those gods, to the heroes they helped (and hindered), to the monsters they created and killed, and to the world of ancient Rome where they were worshipped. The stories are not for the faint of heart. They are full of war and betrayal, of blood and sorrow, of long voyages and narrow escapes, and most of all, of the perilous thrill that awaits mortals that venture into the realm of the gods.