Sacred Dance in the Ancient World

W. O. E Oesterley

Paperback (28 Mar 2003)

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Publisher's Synopsis

Relying on ornamental artwork, ancient inscriptions and literature, the author examines Old Testament terms for "dancing," and forms of musical accompaniment in the time of the Hebrews; the sacred processional dance, performed by Hittites, Egyptians, Greeks, Romans; the ritual dance around sacred objects; and sacred dances performed during harvests and festivals.

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Book information

ISBN:	9780486424941
Publisher:	Dover Publications Inc.
Imprint:	Dover Publications, Inc.
Pub date:	28 Mar 2003
DEWEY:	291.37
DEWEY edition:	21
Number of pages:	234
Weight:	272g
Height:	215mm
Width:	137mm
Spine width:	13mm