Donkeys in love on the roof: a case study of a "strange" custom in a Greek island community

A donkey as one of the symbols of fertility among many peoples of the world, which has existed since mythological times. Acquaintance with variations of beliefs around animals, formed under the influence of classical Greek literature and Christianity.

Рубрика История и исторические личности
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Язык английский
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