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Divinity and History: The Religion of Herodotus

by Thomas Harrison
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This book is a study of the religious beliefs of the ancient Greek historian Herodotus--his beliefs in divine retribution, in oracles and divination, in miracles or in fate. It seeks to show not only how such beliefs were central to his work, but also how they were compatible with lived experience.

Synopsis

This book is a study of the religious beliefs of the ancient Greek historian Herodotus—his beliefs in divine retribution, in oracles and divination, in miracles or in fate. It seeks to show not only how such beliefs were central to his work, but also how they were compatible with lived experience.

About the Author, Thomas Harrison

Thomas Harrison is Lecturer in Ancient History, the University of St Andrews

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Book Details

Published
September 1, 2002
Publisher
Oxford University Press, USA
Pages
332
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9780199253555

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