Publisher's Synopsis
""A Philological Essay Concerning the Pygmies of the Ancients"" is a book written by Edward Tyson that explores the concept of the Pygmies in ancient times. The book delves into the history and mythology surrounding these small-statured people, examining how they were depicted in ancient texts and how their existence was perceived by the people of the time. Tyson uses a philological approach to analyze the language and terminology used to describe the Pygmies, providing insights into the cultural and social attitudes towards them. The book also includes illustrations and descriptions of Pygmies from various sources, such as Greek and Roman literature and art. Overall, ""A Philological Essay Concerning the Pygmies of the Ancients"" offers a comprehensive examination of the Pygmies in ancient times, shedding light on their place in history and mythology.1894. Found in this volume is a philological essay concerning the pygmies, the cynocephali, the satyrs and sphinges of the ancients, wherein it will appear that they were all either apes or monkeys; and not men, as formerly pretended, written circa 1699. This essay is written in Old English text, with an introduction treating of pigmy races and fairy tales by Bertram C.A. WindleThis scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
