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- Nietzsche's lectures notes entitled On the Greek Worship of the Gods contain a detailed treatment of Greek religious life including classical studies, architectural descriptions and theological discussions.
- About the Author: P. D. Murray, Athens, Greece; E. L. Thomas, Athens, Greece; E. A. Strazdins, Australian National University, Canberra, Australia.
- 284 Pages
- Philosophy, History & Surveys
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About the Book
This book provides an English translation of Nietzsche's lectures on The Greek Worship of the Gods. The lectures address ancient Greek cult practices and beliefs, as well as providing detail on the material context. They offer new insights into NiBook Synopsis
Nietzsche's lectures notes entitled On the Greek Worship of the Gods contain a detailed treatment of Greek religious life including classical studies, architectural descriptions and theological discussions. In addition, the notes form the basis of Nietzsche's later published writings on the Greeks including many direct quotes from the notes. The volume includes a translation, an extensive introduction and two critical chapters from philosophical and classical studies perspectives. The book provides new and important information on Nietzsche's thought for specialist and non-specialist readers.
About the Author
P. D. Murray, Athens, Greece; E. L. Thomas, Athens, Greece; E. A. Strazdins, Australian National University, Canberra, Australia.
