{"product_id":"dionysus-robert-krugmann-2003-turkish-book-turkey-illustrated-by-turkish-artist","title":"Dionysus – Robert Krugmann 2003 Turkish Book Turkey Illustrated by Turkish Artist","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"79\"\u003eRobert Krugmann – Dionysus (Dionysus) – Yurt Kitap Yayın Turkish Edition (2003)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(170, 26, 23);\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"95\" data-end=\"573\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThis Turkish edition of Dionysus by Robert Krugmann was published by Yurt Kitap Yayın in 2003. Printed in Turkish, the book explores the mythology, symbolism, and legendary narratives surrounding Dionysus, one of the most enigmatic and complex deities of Ancient Greek mythology. The volume is especially notable for containing numerous illustrations created by Turkish illustrator Sait Munzur, whose artwork enriches the mythological atmosphere and visual identity of the work.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"575\" data-end=\"955\"\u003eThe book examines the myths and cultural significance of Dionysus, the Olympian god associated with wine, ecstasy, theater, celebration, fertility, transformation, and divine madness. Unlike many other Olympian gods who symbolized order and rationality, Dionysus represented emotional liberation, instinct, passion, creativity, and the chaotic energies hidden within human nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"1351\"\u003eRobert Krugmann presents Dionysus not only as a mythological deity but also as a symbolic embodiment of transformation, freedom, artistic inspiration, spiritual ecstasy, and the blurred boundary between civilization and primal instinct. The work explores his legendary journeys, sacred rituals, followers, and relationships with gods, mortals, and mythical creatures throughout Greek mythology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1353\" data-end=\"1695\"\u003eParticular attention is given to Dionysian festivals, ecstatic ceremonies, and the origins of ancient Greek theater, which historically developed from rituals dedicated to Dionysus. Through these traditions, the book reflects the important role of music, dance, intoxication, drama, and collective ritual within ancient Mediterranean culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1697\" data-end=\"2028\"\u003eThemes such as freedom, excess, transformation, rebirth, pleasure, madness, spirituality, and emotional release appear throughout the narrative. The mythology of Dionysus also explores the tension between social order and uncontrolled human desire, making him one of the most psychologically complex figures of classical mythology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2030\" data-end=\"2408\"\u003eThe illustrated format greatly enhances the visual and collectible value of the edition. Numerous drawings by Turkish artist Sait Munzur depict mythological celebrations, ancient rituals, satyrs, maenads, vineyards, sacred processions, and dramatic scenes from Dionysus’ legendary world. These illustrations distinguish the volume as a visually unique Turkish mythology edition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2410\" data-end=\"2649\"\u003eBeyond mythology itself, the work also offers insight into how Ancient Greek civilization understood ritual, artistic expression, intoxication, spirituality, and emotional liberation through symbolic storytelling and religious imagination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2651\" data-end=\"2924\"\u003eFor readers interested in Ancient Greek mythology, classical civilization, symbolism, theater history, and illustrated mythological works, this Turkish edition represents an accessible and visually engaging introduction to one of antiquity’s most fascinating Olympian gods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(170, 26, 23);\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2941\" data-end=\"2966\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e• Author: Robert Krugmann\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2968\" data-end=\"2994\"\u003e• Original Title: Dionysus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2996\" data-end=\"3021\"\u003e• Turkish Title: Dionysus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3023\" data-end=\"3052\"\u003e• Publisher: Yurt Kitap Yayın\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3054\" data-end=\"3078\"\u003e• Publication Date: 2003\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3080\" data-end=\"3099\"\u003e• Language: Turkish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3101\" data-end=\"3120\"\u003e• Format: Paperback\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3122\" data-end=\"3185\"\u003e• Genre: Mythology; Classical Literature; Illustrated Narrative\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3187\" data-end=\"3234\"\u003e• Subject: Dionysus and Ancient Greek mythology\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3236\" data-end=\"3303\"\u003e• Literary Content: Greek myths; Olympian legends; Ritual mythology\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3305\" data-end=\"3328\"\u003e• Main Figure: Dionysus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3330\" data-end=\"3416\"\u003e• Themes: Transformation; Freedom; Ecstasy; Celebration; Rebirth; Emotional liberation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3418\" data-end=\"3508\"\u003e• Mythological Elements: Satyrs; Maenads; Sacred rituals; Divine festivals; Wine mythology\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3510\" data-end=\"3583\"\u003e• Cultural Scope: Ancient Greece and classical Mediterranean civilization\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3585\" data-end=\"3679\"\u003e• Historical Importance: Explores one of the most symbolically complex gods of Greek mythology\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3681\" data-end=\"3751\"\u003e• Visual Features: Contains numerous illustrations throughout the book\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3753\" data-end=\"3823\"\u003e• Illustrator: Artwork and illustrations by Turkish artist Sait Munzur\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3825\" data-end=\"3919\"\u003e• Educational Value: Introductory illustrated work on Greek mythology and Dionysian traditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3921\" data-end=\"4035\"\u003e• Cultural Importance: Examines the mythological origins of theater, ritual celebration, and ecstatic spirituality\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4037\" data-end=\"4127\"\u003e• Collector Appeal: Illustrated Turkish mythology edition featuring artwork by Sait Munzur\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Turkrex Collectables","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49625244008586,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0716\/3687\/7450\/files\/1_1c072fb3-3d21-441f-900f-33fdf0a01649.jpg?v=1782891741","url":"https:\/\/turkrexcollectables.com\/products\/dionysus-robert-krugmann-2003-turkish-book-turkey-illustrated-by-turkish-artist","provider":"Turkrex Collectables","version":"1.0","type":"link"}