Religion in Hellenistic Athens
An up-to-date critical examination of the evidence for religious practices in Hellenistic Athens. This is a balanced study that truly advances knowledge of the subject.—Stephen V. Tracy, Ohio State University"Mikalson confronts the long-standing and widespread notion . . . that Hellenistic...
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An up-to-date critical examination of the evidence for religious practices in Hellenistic Athens. This is a balanced study that truly advances knowledge of the subject.—Stephen V. Tracy, Ohio State University"Mikalson confronts the long-standing and widespread notion . . . that Hellenistic religion represented a falling-off from the authentic and vigorous beliefs of the classical era. He persuasively demolishes this view, demonstrating the continuing vitality of traditional cults, rites, and divinities."—Erich S. Gruen, University of California, Berkeley
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Format: hardcover
ISBN:
9780520210233 (0520210239)
Pages no: 385
Edition language: English
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