The first English-language survey of ancient Greek divinatory methods, Ancient Greek Divination offers a broad yet detailed treatment of the earliest attempts by ancient Greeks to seek the counsel of the gods. Offers in-depth discussions of oracles, wandering diviners, do-it-yourself methods of foretelling the future, magical divinatory techniques, and much more Illustrates how the study of divination illuminates the mentalities of ancient Greek religions and societies
| ISBN: | 9781444303001 |
| Publication date: | 22nd April 2009 |
| Author: | Johnston, Sarah Iles |
| Publisher: | Wiley |
| Format: | Ebook (PDF) |