Comprehensive and accessible examination of the Delphic Oracle and the use made of it by the city of Athens.
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Hugh Bowden is Lecturer in Ancient History at King's College London. He is the author of numerous articles on Greek religion and history and is editor of The Times Ancient Civilizations (2002).
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Da: Worldbridge Books, Reston, VA, U.S.A.
Paperback. Condizione: Very good. This book provides an exploration of the Oracle of Apollo at Delphi, where the god Apollo was believed to speak to inquirers through his priestesses. In particular, it examines Athens' use of the oracle c. 500-300 BC. Demonstrating the importance of communication with the gods, and doing their will, in classical Athenian society, Hugh Bowden concludes that ancient Athens was not a secular Westernized democracy as we understand the term today. 249 5.5,"unit":"INCHES"},{"value":0.47,"unit":"INCHES"},{"value":8.5,"unit":"INCHES"}]. Codice articolo 41864742371364
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Paperback. Condizione: VERY GOOD. xviii, 188 pp. Owner name inked over to half-title and inside rear wrapper, front wrapper curling slightly, a few small marks to edges, unmarked otherwise. Codice articolo 6513
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Da: Ancient World Books, Toronto, ON, Canada
Softcover. Condizione: Fine. This book provides an exploration of the Oracle of Apollo at Delphi, where the god Apollo was believed to speak to inquirers through his priestesses. In particular, it examines Athens' use of the oracle c. 500-300 BC. Demonstrating the importance of communication with the gods, and doing their will, in classical Athenian society, Hugh Bowden concludes that ancient Athens was not a secular Westernized democracy as we understand the term today. ; 8.4 X 5.4 X 0.6 inches; 206 pages. Codice articolo 33465
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Condizione: New. Classical Athens and the Delphic Oracle: Divination and Democracy (Paperback or Softback). Codice articolo BBS-9780521530811
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Paperback. Condizione: Brand New. 188 pages. 8.25x5.25x0.50 inches. In Stock. This item is printed on demand. Codice articolo __0521530814
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