Blackwell Ancient Religions

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

Authors: Sarah Iles Johnston

Format: Paperback

Pages: 208

ISBN-13: 9781405115735

Publication date: 20080801