
Adonis Attis Osiris V2
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Format
Hardcover
Pages
332
Language
English
Published
Jun 2, 2008
Publisher
Kessinger Publishing, LLC
ISBN-10
1436562619
ISBN-13
9781436562614
Description
James George Frazer's work delves into the fascinating interplay of mythology and ritual through the lens of ancient deities like Adonis, Attis, and Osiris. The text explores the cultural significance of these figures, examining how their stories reflect the beliefs and practices of various civilizations. As an antiquarian reprint, it serves not only as a historical artifact but also as a crucial scholarly resource for understanding the roots of religious thought and symbolism.
In its pages, readers are invited to consider the cyclical nature of life, death, and rebirth that these deities represent. Frazer's meticulous analysis invites them to reflect on how these ancient narratives continue to resonate within contemporary society, revealing the timelessness of human experience and the persistent quest for meaning. The book is a treasure trove for anyone interested in mythology, anthropology, and the evolution of spiritual beliefs across cultures.
In its pages, readers are invited to consider the cyclical nature of life, death, and rebirth that these deities represent. Frazer's meticulous analysis invites them to reflect on how these ancient narratives continue to resonate within contemporary society, revealing the timelessness of human experience and the persistent quest for meaning. The book is a treasure trove for anyone interested in mythology, anthropology, and the evolution of spiritual beliefs across cultures.
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