The Burial Customs Of The Ancient Greeks

The Burial Customs Of The Ancient Greeks is a comprehensive book that explores the various burial practices of the ancient Greeks. Written by Frank Pierrepont Graves, the book delves into the cultural and religious beliefs that shaped the way the Greeks buried their dead. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the different types of tombs and grave markers used by the Greeks, the rituals and ceremonies associated with burial, and the role of funerary art in ancient Greek culture. It also examines the ways in which burial customs changed over time, from the early Mycenaean period to the Hellenistic era.Graves draws on a wealth of archaeological and historical evidence to provide a detailed and engaging account of ancient Greek burial practices. He also explores the ways in which these practices were influenced by wider social and political developments, such as the rise of democracy and the spread of Greek culture throughout the Mediterranean world.Overall, The Burial Customs Of The Ancient Greeks is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of ancient Greece, as well as for scholars and students of archaeology, anthropology, and classical studies.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.