The Hymns Of Orpheus With A Preliminary Dissertation On The Life And Theology Of Orpheus To Which Is Added The Essay Of Plotinus Concerning The Beauti (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162925820)

The book ""The Hymns of Orpheus"" by Thomas Taylor is a collection of hymns written by the legendary Greek poet and musician Orpheus. The book includes a preliminary dissertation on the life and theology of Orpheus, providing insight into the beliefs and practices of the ancient Greeks. Additionally, the book features an essay by Plotinus concerning the concept of beauty, adding to the philosophical depth of the work. The hymns themselves are a beautiful and lyrical expression of ancient Greek religious beliefs, offering a glimpse into the spiritual practices of the time. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient Greek religion, philosophy, or literature.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.

Author: Thomas Taylor
ISBN-10: 1162925825
ISBN-13: 9781162925820
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 308
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.91lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.65d