The Pantheon or Ancient History of the Gods of Greece and Rome - Edward Baldwin - Bog

""The Pantheon or Ancient History of the Gods of Greece and Rome"" is a book written by Edward Baldwin. It is a comprehensive guide to the mythology of the ancient Greeks and Romans, exploring the pantheon of gods and goddesses that were central to their religion and culture. The book covers the major deities of both civilizations, including Zeus, Hera, Apollo, Athena, Poseidon, and Aphrodite, as well as lesser-known figures such as Hestia, Demeter, and Dionysus. It also delves into the myths and stories associated with each god, their relationships with one another, and their roles in the lives of mortals. The author provides detailed descriptions of the temples, festivals, and rituals dedicated to the gods, as well as the art and literature that depicted them. Overall, ""The Pantheon or Ancient History of the Gods of Greece and Rome"" is a fascinating and informative guide to the rich and complex mythology of these ancient civilizations.1814. For the use of schools, and young persons of both sexes. The purpose of this book is to place the Heathen Mythology in two points of view: first, as it would have struck a Traveler in Greece, who wished to form a just conception of the Religion of the country, free from either favor or prejudice; secondly, regarding Mythology as the introduction and handmaid to the study of Poetry, the author has endeavored to feel his subject in the spirit of a poet, and to communicate that feeling to others.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.