Asclepius: Collection and Interpretation of the Testimonies

Providing an overview of all facets of the Asclepius phenomenon, this book, first published in two volumes in 1945, comprises a unique collection of the literary references and inscriptions in ancient texts-given in both the original and translation-to the deity, his life, his deeds, his cult, and his temples, as well as an extended analysis of them.

• | By (Author): Emma J. Edelstein
• | Publisher: Johns Hopkins University Press
• | Publication Date: May 15, 1998
• | Country of Publication: United States
• | Number of Pages: 782 pages
• | Language: Unknown
• | Binding: Paperback|Softback
• | ISBN-10: 0801857694
• | ISBN-13: 9780801857690