Modern Greek Folklore and Ancient Greek Religion: A Study in Survivals by Lawson
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Lawson, J. C. (John Cuthbert), 1874-1935
English
"Modern Greek Folklore and Ancient Greek Religion: A Study in Survivals" by John Cuthbert Lawson is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The work explores the connections between modern Greek folklore and ancient Greek religious beliefs, aiming to unveil how contemporary customs may reflect and preserve traditions from ancien...
the study provides an insightful preface in which the author shares the background of his research conducted in Greece. He discusses his method of collecting folklore, emphasizing the importance of engaging with local customs and traditions rather than relying solely on written texts or formal interviews. He expresses gratitude to the villagers who unwittingly contributed to his research and outlines his intention to examine the links between modern Greek practices and ancient traditions, thus establishing a new perspective on the understanding of Greek religion and culture. Overall, this opening section sets the stage for a detailed investigation of the survival of ancient traditions in modern Greece. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Elizabeth Young
5 days agoAfter years of reading similar books, the presentation of ideas feels natural and engaging. Don't hesitate to download this.
Karen Young
3 months agoTo be perfectly clear, the writing style is poetic but not overly flowery. A solid resource I will return to often.
Joshua Scott
5 months agoHaving explored similar works, the presentation of ideas feels natural and engaging. Well worth recommending.
Emily Robinson
2 months agoI found this while browsing online and the diagrams and footnotes included in thiis version are very helpful. I learned so much from this.
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Mark Jackson
3 months agoHonestly, the author anticipates common questions and addresses them well. I learned so much from this.