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"A brilliant general synthesis covering the Greek world over the period of 'classical' Athens ... [Mikalson's] book is a model of how it should be done." BBC History Magazine<!--end-->
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"A brilliant general synthesis covering the Greek world over the period of 'classical' Athens ... [Mikalson's] book is a model of how it should be done." BBC History Magazine<!--end-->
"This book will fill an obvious gap and I shall make it my first recommendation to students looking to start out in the field." Emily Kearns, St Hilda’s College, Oxford
"A first introduction to ancient Greek religion, which encompasses hudreds of deities of several different types, and varied widely over nearly two thousand years and thousands of large and small Greek city-states." Reference and Research Book News
"Clearly written and organised, it will be appreciated by students." Antiquity
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Product Description
Ancient Greek Religion provides an introduction to the fundamental beliefs and practices and the major deities of Greek religion.
- Accessible introduction to Greek religion.
- Focuses on Athens in the classical period.
- Includes detailed discussion of Greek gods and heroes, myth and cult.
- Includes vivid descriptions of Greek religion as it was practiced.
- Ancient texts are presented in boxes to promote thought and discussion.
- Abundant illustrations help readers visualize the rich and varied religious life of ancient Greece.
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