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Magic in the Ancient World

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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.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9780674541535
  • Binding:
  • Paperback
  • Pages:
  • 320
  • Published:
  • October 14, 1999
  • Dimensions:
  • 140x217x18 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 370 g.
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Description of Magic in the Ancient World

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.

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