The Wizards Of Early Greece And The Roman Empire (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781425457365)

""The Wizards of Early Greece and the Roman Empire"" by C.J.S. Thompson is a comprehensive study of the role of wizards and sorcerers in the ancient Greek and Roman societies. The book delves into the beliefs and practices of these magical practitioners, including their use of spells, divination, and other forms of ritual magic. Thompson also examines the social and political context in which these wizards operated, exploring the ways in which they were both feared and revered by the wider society. Drawing on a wide range of historical and archaeological sources, ""The Wizards of Early Greece and the Roman Empire"" offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of ancient magic and the people who practiced it.THIS 24 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Mystery and Romance of Alchemy and Pharmacy, by C. J. S. Thompson. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766149560.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: C. J. S. Thompson
ISBN-10: 1425457363
ISBN-13: 9781425457365
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 12/08/2005
Pages: 48
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.29lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.10d