The Horae and Other Ancient Greek Deities that Celebrate the Seasons

The Horae – Detail – Poynter “The Horae were originally the personifications of nature in its different seasonal aspects….” Wikipedia Yesterday, I wrote about how I celebrate the seasons in my garden: In the above post, I acknowlege that I am aware of my own internal clock that has a need to celebrate the seasons…

Seasons of the Year as Symbols and Themes in Literature

Many authors allude to the seasons in their writing: Spring is when the world is awakening from the darkness of winter. “It was one of those March days when the sun shines hot and the wind blows cold: when it is summer in the light, and winter in the shade.” ― Charles Dickens, Great Expectations…