Publisher's Synopsis
Religions of the Ancient World is a comprehensive book written by George Rawlinson that explores the various religions that existed in ancient times. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the beliefs, practices, and rituals of the ancient Egyptians, Greeks, Romans, Persians, and other cultures. Rawlinson provides detailed insights into the gods and goddesses worshipped by these civilizations and their roles in society. He also examines the impact of religion on art, literature, and politics, and how it shaped the lives of people in ancient times. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of religion and the ancient world, and it provides a fascinating glimpse into the beliefs and practices of our ancestors.Contents: Egypt; Assyrians and Babylonians; Iranians; The Early Sanskritic Indians; Phoenicians and Carthaginians; Etruscans; Greeks; Romans; Concluding Remarks; Illustrated.This 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.
