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Primitive Ritual: Pantomimic Dances

Primitive Ritual: Pantomimic Dances

Harrison, Jane Ellen

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DanceComparative ReligionFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1162847336
ISBN13: 9781162847337
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 26
Weight: 0.14
Height: 0.05 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.25
Language: English
Primitive Ritual: Pantomimic Dances is a book written by Jane Ellen Harrison that explores the origins and meanings of ancient Greek pantomimic dances. The author, a renowned scholar of Greek mythology and religion, delves into the symbolism and ritualistic significance of these dances, which were performed as part of religious ceremonies and festivals in ancient Greece. The book examines the various types of pantomimic dances, such as the dance of the Corybantes, the Pyrrhic dance, and the crane dance, and discusses their connection to Greek mythology and the cults of various gods and goddesses. Harrison also explores the role of dance in ancient Greek society, the ways in which it was used to express emotion and tell stories, and the impact it had on Greek art and literature. Overall, Primitive Ritual: Pantomimic Dances is a fascinating and informative exploration of an important aspect of ancient Greek culture and religion.THIS 26 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Ancient Art and Ritual, by Jane Ellen Harrison. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 156459596X.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.

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