Madness in Greek Thought and Custom

By Agnes Carr Vaughan

Book Overview

Madness In Greek Thought And Custom is a book written by Agnes Carr Vaughan and published in 1919. The book explores the concept of madness in ancient Greek culture and philosophy, examining the various ways in which madness was understood and treated by the Greeks. The book covers a wide range of topics related to madness in Greek thought and custom, including the role of madness in religious rituals and mythology, the portrayal of madness in literature and drama, and the medical and philosophical approaches to madness in ancient Greece. Throughout the book, Vaughan draws on a variety of primary sources, including ancient texts and artifacts, to provide a comprehensive and detailed analysis of the ways in which madness was understood and experienced in ancient Greek society. Overall, Madness In Greek Thought And Custom is a fascinating and insightful exploration of an important aspect of ancient Greek culture and philosophy, offering valuable insights into the ways in which the Greeks understood and dealt with mental illness and other forms of madness.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165409194
• ISBN13: 9781165409198
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 76 Pages
• Weight: 0.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.3" x 11.0"