Greek Magic

By William Reginald Halliday

Book Overview

Greek Magic is a book written by W. R. Halliday that explores the ancient practice of magic in Greece. The book delves into the various forms of magic that were practiced in ancient Greece, including curses, love spells, divination, and healing magic. It also examines the beliefs and rituals associated with these practices, as well as the social and cultural contexts in which they were performed.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Greek magic. The first chapter provides an overview of the history of magic in Greece, while subsequent chapters explore specific types of magic and their associated practices. The book also includes a glossary of magical terms and a bibliography for further reading.Overall, Greek Magic offers a fascinating and comprehensive look at the world of ancient Greek magic, providing readers with a deeper understanding of this mystical and intriguing aspect of Greek culture.THIS 18 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Greek Divination A Study of its Methods and Principles, by W. R. Halliday. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766128830.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162817739
• ISBN13: 9781162817736
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 20 Pages
• Weight: 0.16 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.0" x 8.3" x 11.0"