Ancient Greek Divination
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The first English-language survey of ancient Greek divinatorymethods, Ancient Greek Divination offers a broad yetdetailed treatment of the earliest attempts by ancient Greeks toseek the counsel of the gods.
* * Offers in-depth discussions of oracles, wandering diviners,do-it-yourself methods of foretelling the future, magicaldivinatory techniques, and much more
* Illustrates how the study of divination illuminates thementalities of ancient Greek religions and societies
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Sarah Iles Johnston
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Ancient & Classical History Antike u. klassische Geschichte Classical Studies Humanistische Studien Religion & Theology Religion u. Theologie Religion, Issues & Current Affairs Religionsfragen u. aktuelle Probleme
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"This is a very accessible volume that explores the complicatedroles and methods of divination throughout the Greek world.Johnston successfully elucidates the uses, importance, and pliancyof divination in the ancient world using both Greek and Romansources. She bravely approaches this inherently vague realm and hascreated a text that is very useful in its breadth and scope."(Religious Studies Review, June 2010)
"It is, in fact, difficult to find fault with this work."(Aestimatio: Critical Reviews in the History of Science,June 2010)"A highly readable and engaging work. The complex and fascinatingmodes through which the Greeks discerned the will of the gods hasnever been more accessible to a modern audience. Johnston'ssweeping yet detailed discussion will surely be of interest to agenerously wide readership."
Derek Collins, University of Michigan
"The most comprehensive, accessible treatment of ancientGreek divination available in English. It will be of interest toboth specialists and students. Sarah Johnston brings lucid clarityto the shadowy range of ancient technologies by which the Greeksfound messages from their gods."
Peter T. Struck, University of Pennsylvania
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