Mythen en Legenden van Egypte by Lewis Spence
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| Author | Spence, Lewis, 1874-1955 |
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| Illustrator | Paul, Evelyn, 1883-1963 |
| Title | Mythen en Legenden van Egypte |
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| Summary | "Mythen en Legenden van Egypte" by Lewis Spence is a historical account written during the early 20th century. The book delves into the rich tapestry of ancient Egyptian mythology and civilization, exploring the intricate beliefs, deities, and practices that shaped the life and culture of the Egyptians. The opening of this work sets the stage for a detailed examination of Egypt's religious and mythological landscape, emphasizing the revival of interest in ancient Egyptian monuments and inscriptions, particularly following the deciphering of the Rosetta Stone. Spence argues that understanding Egyptian mythology is crucial to grasping the civilization as a whole, hinting at the complexity of the pantheon of gods and the mythology that evolved over thousands of years. He introduces various themes like animism, fetichism, and totemism, suggesting a rich interconnection with other ancient cultures. The discussion hints at a deeper analysis of how local gods and rituals contributed to a broader, sometimes chaotic religious framework in ancient Egypt. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Dutch |
| LoC Class | BL: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Religion: General, Miscellaneous and Atheism |
| Subject | Egypt -- Antiquities |
| Subject | Egypt -- Religion |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 14826 |
| Release Date | Jan 28, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Feb 12, 2006 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 95 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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