Publisher's Synopsis
Bell's New Pantheon is a comprehensive historical dictionary that explores the gods, demi-gods, heroes, and fabulous personages of antiquity. Written by John Bell, this book provides a detailed description of the mythological figures that have been an integral part of human culture for centuries. The book covers a vast range of topics, including the gods and goddesses of ancient Greece and Rome, the heroes of Norse mythology, and the legendary figures of ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia. Each entry in the dictionary provides a detailed account of the character's origins, attributes, and significance in the mythology of their respective cultures. The book is a valuable resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in the rich and varied world of ancient mythology.1790. Found in this book are volumes 1 and 2 of the original work. Bell presents a dictionary of gods, demi-gods, heroes and fabulous personages of antiquity; also, of the images and idols adored in the pagan world; together with their temples, priests, altars, oracles, fasts, festivals, games, etc., as well as descriptions of their figures, representations, and symbols collected from statues, pictures, coins and other remains of the ancients. The whole designed to facilitate the study of mythology, history, poetry, painting, statuary, medals, etc. and compiled from the best authorities. Richly embellished with characteristic prints.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.
