Classical Studies

A history of antiquity's secret religious rituals and cults. Describes and explains all of the ancient world's major mystery cults.

A comprehensive, comparative study on the secret mystery cults of ancient Greece and Rome.

Illustrates the various aspects of ancient cult in the Graeco-Roman world.

Studies a wide range of contributions and showcases new research on the archaeology, ritual, and history of Greek mystery cults.

Offers a broad vision of the relationships that were established between Greek philosophy and the mystery cults of antiquity.

Explores the gods and religious rituals that characterized the cults of the Roman world.

Examines the history of Diana's cult and healing sanctuary and the interpenetration of cult and politics in Latin and Roman history.

Traces the history of the Eleusinian Mystery cult through archaeological remains, from the Middle Bronze Age to Imperial Roman times.

A collection of translated poems and assorted commentary detailing the beliefs of the Orphic mystery cult.

Explores the concept of hero cults in ancient Greece, examining the various rituals and practices associated with the worship of heroes.

Investigates the widespread worship of heroines in the ancient world.