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Walter burkert, john raffan this is the first major synthesis of greek religion to appear for a generation. A clearly structured and readable survey for classical scholars and students, it will also be generally welcomed as the best modern account of any polytheistic religious system. This sober account of greek religion is both scholarly with pages of notes and readable if erudite, drawing upon, but deftly interpreting for the reader, sources ranging from classical literature to archaeology. The performance of ancient greek festivals and religious rituals was carefully staged, established. In this book walter burkert, the most eminent living historian of an. Yet the greatest influence on my thought was the work of walter burkert. The foremost historian of greek religion provides the first comprehensive, comparative study of a littleknown aspect of ancient religious beliefs and practi. In fact, i would have a hard time envisioning a more useful one. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Archaic and classical walter burkert, john raffan on amazon. Search by multiple isbn, single isbn, title, author, etc. Greek religion archaic and classical by walter burkert, 9780631156246, download free ebooks, download free pdf epub ebook.

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All content included on our site, such as text, images, digital downloads and other, is the property of its content suppliers and protected by us and international laws. Students of greek religion are fortunate in having at their disposal the best recent study of a dead religion. Ancient greek religion provides an introduction to the fundamental beliefs, practices, and major deities of greek religion. John raffan this is the first major synthesis of greek religion to appear for a generation. Add to bookbag sell this book add to wish list set price alert. Get your kindle here, or download a free kindle reading app. A clearly structured and readable survey for classical scholars and students. First published in german in 1977, it has now been translated into english with the assistance of the author himself.

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