Periodic Ceremonies: The Spring Festival

by Jane Ellen Harrison

Book Overview

Periodic Ceremonies: The Spring Festival is a book written by Jane Ellen Harrison that explores the ancient Greek festival of Anthesteria, which was celebrated in Athens during the month of Anthesterion (February/March). The book provides a detailed analysis of the festival's rituals and ceremonies, including the opening of the wine jars, the drinking of new wine, and the role of the dead in the festival. Harrison also examines the festival's connection...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425313892
• ISBN13: 9781425313890
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"