Greek Religion

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Archaic and Classical

By Walter Burkert

Series: Ancient World

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Greek Religion by Walter Burkert is a scholarly exploration of the religious beliefs, rituals, and practices of ancient Greece. The book delves into the roles of gods and goddesses, sacred ceremonies, and the connection between myth and religion. It offers an in-depth analysis of how these elements shaped Greek culture and society, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of ancient Greek spirituality.
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This book may appeal to you if you have a fascination with ancient cultures, mythology, and the religious practices of Greece. It offers an insightful exploration of the rituals, beliefs, and gods of ancient Greece, combining detailed scholarship with engaging storytelling. Perfect for those interested in both history and spirituality.

Greek Religion

This is the first major synthesis of Greek religion to appear for a generation. A clearly structured and readable survey for classical scholars and students, it will also be generally welcomed as the best modern account of any polytheistic religious system. The text builds up an impressive and coherent picture of the current state of knowledge about the religion of the ancient Greeks.

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Greek Religion already has the standing of a classic, and the publication of an English version, which incorporates new material and is in effect a second edition, demands a toast. Anyone who pretends to survey Greek religion must be phenomenally learned. Burkert is. His book is a marvel of professional scholarship. ― London Review of Books

This book has established itself as a masterpiece, packed with learning but also rich in ideas and connections of every sort. Its appearance in a good English translation is an event not only for Hellenists but for all those interested in the study of religion. Nobody else could have produced an account of the subject of comparable range and power. This will be the best history of Greek religion for this generation. ― New York Review of Books

Cover illustration: detail from an Attic vase, 450 B.C., showing a victory sacrifice (The Mansell Collection).

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By Walter Burkert

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Greek Religion by Walter Burkert is highly acclaimed for its synthesis of extensive knowledge from a leading authority in the field. The book is praised for combining depth and clarity, enhanced with vivid asides and analogies. Reviews highlight its status as a classic and commend it as a masterful, rich exploration of Greek religious history, unmatched for its range and depth.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780631156246

Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 26 March 1987

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell

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Translated by John Raffan
Translated by John Raffan

Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 31.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 726g

Pages: 512

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Ancient & Classical History European History History & Military Non-Fiction Religion & Spirituality Series: Ancient World Walter Burkert

About the Author

Walter Burkert was a German scholar of Greek mythology and cult. A professor of classics at the University of Zurich, Switzerland, he taught in the UK and the US. John Raffan is the author of Greek Religion: Archaic and Classical, published by Wiley.