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The Master of Signs

- Signs and the Interpretation of Signs in Herodotus' Histories

About The Master of Signs

Readers of Herodotus' Histories are familiar with its reports of bizarre portents, riddling oracles, and striking dreams. This book represents an examination of signs and their interpreters, as well as the terminology Herodotus uses to describe sign transmission, reception, and decoding.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9780674055889
  • Binding:
  • Paperback
  • Pages:
  • 298
  • Published:
  • August 1, 2011
  • Dimensions:
  • 152x229x10 mm.
Delivery: 2-4 weeks
Expected delivery: July 25, 2024

Description of The Master of Signs

Readers of Herodotus' Histories are familiar with its reports of bizarre portents, riddling oracles, and striking dreams. This book represents an examination of signs and their interpreters, as well as the terminology Herodotus uses to describe sign transmission, reception, and decoding.

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