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Magic in the Ancient World - Revealing Antiquity
Fritz Graf
Magic in the Ancient World - Revealing Antiquity
Fritz Graf
Ancient Greeks and Romans often turned to magic to achieve personal goals. Magical rites were seen as a route for direct access to the gods, for material gain and for spiritual satisfaction. In this fascinating survey of magical beliefs and practices from the sixth century BCE through late antiquity, Fritz Graf sheds new light on ancient religion.
320 pages
Media | Books Paperback Book (Book with soft cover and glued back) |
Released | October 15, 1999 |
ISBN13 | 9780674541535 |
Publishers | Harvard University Press |
Pages | 320 |
Dimensions | 140 × 217 × 18 mm · 370 g |
Language | English |
Translator | Philip, Franklin |