1790. Found in this book are volumes 1 and 2 of the original work. Bell presents a dictionary of gods, demi-gods, heroes and fabulous personages of antiquity; also, of the images and idols adored in the pagan world; together with their temples, priests, altars, oracles, fasts, festivals, games, etc., as well as descriptions of their figures, representations, and symbols collected from statues, pictures, coins and other remains of the ancients. The whole designed to facilitate the study of mythology, history, poetry, painting, statuary, medals, etc. and compiled from the best authorities. Richly embellished with characteristic prints.
Autorius: | John Bell |
Leidėjas: | Kessinger Publishing, LLC |
Išleidimo metai: | 2010 |
Knygos puslapių skaičius: | 828 |
ISBN-10: | 1161403531 |
ISBN-13: | 9781161403534 |
Formatas: | Knyga kietu viršeliu |
Kalba: | Anglų |
Žanras: | Anthologies |
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