Watson, Lindsay C. (Associate Professor, University of Sydney, A
Magic in Ancient Greece and Rome
- ISBN 13:
- 9781788312981
- author:
- Watson, Lindsay C. (Associate Professor, University of Sydney, A
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 156 mm X 234 mm
- Genre:
- History,Ancient, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Exploring the complex and often misunderstood world of magic in ancient Greece and Rome, this book challenges traditional views of the subject by proposing that magic was a pragmatic business with clearly formulated aims.
The author examines various aspects of Greco-Roman magic, including the history of its rediscovery, the use of erotic spells, the significance of defixio (curse tablets), the role of herbs and animals in magic, and the portrayal of witches in literature. By analyzing these topics, the book sheds new light on the nature of ancient magic and its practices.
Through a detailed analysis of key sources, including the Greek Magical Papyri, this book offers a fresh perspective on the subject, one that is grounded in rigorous scholarship and a commitment to understanding the complexities of ancient magical practices.
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