Greek Magic by W.R. Halliday is a comprehensive and in-depth exploration of the world of magic in ancient Greece. The book delves into the various forms of magic practiced by the Greeks, including curse tablets, love spells, divination, and healing rituals. It also examines the role of magic in Greek mythology and religion, as well as its use in everyday life. The author draws on a wide range of primary sources, including literary texts, inscriptions, and archaeological evidence, to provide a detailed and nuanced ...
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Greek Magic by W.R. Halliday is a comprehensive and in-depth exploration of the world of magic in ancient Greece. The book delves into the various forms of magic practiced by the Greeks, including curse tablets, love spells, divination, and healing rituals. It also examines the role of magic in Greek mythology and religion, as well as its use in everyday life. The author draws on a wide range of primary sources, including literary texts, inscriptions, and archaeological evidence, to provide a detailed and nuanced understanding of this fascinating subject. With its engaging prose and scholarly approach, Greek Magic is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of magic, ancient Greece, or the occult.THIS 18 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Greek Divination A Study of its Methods and Principles, by W. R. Halliday. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766128830.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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