Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""The Cults of Lesbos"" by Emily Ledyard Shields is a comprehensive study of the religious practices and beliefs of the ancient Greek island of Lesbos. The author delves into the various cults and deities worshipped by the inhabitants of the island, including the cult of Aphrodite, the goddess of love and beauty, and the cult of Dionysus, the god of wine and ecstasy. Shields also explores the role of women in the religious life of Lesbos, including the famous poet Sappho, who was known for her love poetry and her association with the cult of Aphrodite. The book draws on a wide range of sources, including ancient texts, archaeological evidence, and modern scholarship, to provide a rich and detailed portrait of the religious culture of Lesbos. Overall, ""The Cults of Lesbos"" is a fascinating exploration of the intersection between religion, culture, and gender in ancient Greece.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.
