Epilegomena to the Study of Greek Religion

Originally published in 1921, this book by Jane Ellen Harrison summarises her work on the origins of Greek religion.

Originally published in 1921, this book was written by Jane Ellen Harrison (1850–1928). A pioneering British classical scholar and linguist, she was also prominent in the development of the early feminist movement. The text summarises the results of Harrison's work on the origins of Greek religion and indicates the bearing of these results on modern religious questions.Originally published in 1921, this book was written by Jane Ellen Harrison (1850–1928). A pioneering British classical scholar and linguist, she was also prominent in the development of the early feminist movement. The text summarises the results of Harrison's work on the origins of Greek religion and indicates the bearing of these results on modern religious questions. It is divided into three main sections: 'Primitive ritual', Primitive theology', and 'The religion of to-day'. Notes are incorporated throughout. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in the works of Harrison, anthropology and Ancient Greece.