Magic and Religion in the Ancient Mediterranean World: Studies in Honor of Chris

Description: Magic and Religion in the Ancient Mediterranean World by Radcliffe G. Edmonds III, Carolina López-Ruiz, Sofía Torallas-Tovar Estimated delivery 4-14 business days Format Hardcover Condition Brand New Description This volume explores aspects of ancient magic and religion in the ancient Mediterranean, specifically ways in which religious and mythical ideas, including the knowledge and practice of magic, were transmitted and adapted through time and across Greco-Roman, Near Eastern, and Egyptian cultures. Publisher Description This volume explores aspects of ancient magic and religion in the ancient Mediterranean, specifically ways in which religious and mythical ideas, including the knowledge and practice of magic, were transmitted and adapted through time and across Greco-Roman, Near Eastern, and Egyptian cultures.Offering an original and innovative combination of case studies on the material aspects and cross-cultural transfers of magic and religion, this book brings together a range of contributions that cross and connect sub-fields with a pan-Mediterranean, comparative scope. Section I investigates the material aspects of magical practices, including first editions and original studies on papyri, gems, lamellae containing binding curses and protective texts, and other textual media in ancient book culture. Several chapters feature the Greco-Egyptian Magical Papyri, the compilation of magical recipes in the formularies, and the role of physical book-forms in the transmission of magical knowledge. Section II explores magic and religion as nodes of cultural exchange in the ancient Mediterranean. Case studies range from Egypt to Anatolia and from Syria-Phoenicia to Sicily, with Greco-Roman religion and myth integrated in a diverse and interconnected Mediterranean landscape. Readers encounter studies featuring charismatic figures of Magi and itinerant begging priests, the multiple understandings of deities such as Hekate, Herakles, or Aphrodite, or the perceived exotic origin of cult statues, mummies, amulets, and cursing formulae, which bring to light the rich intercultural networks of the ancient Mediterranean, and the crucial role of magic and religion in the process of cross-cultural adaptation and innovation.Magic and Religion in the Ancient Mediterranean World appeals to both specialized and non-specialized audiences, with expert contributions written in an accessible way. This is a fascinating resource for students and scholars working on magic, religion, and mythology in the ancient Mediterranean. Author Biography Radcliffe G. Edmonds III is the Paul Shorey Professor of Greek in the Department of Greek, Latin, & Classical Studies at Bryn Mawr College, Pennsylvania, USA. He has published Myths of the Underworld Journey, Redefining Ancient Orphism, and Drawing Down the Moon: Magic in the Ancient Greco-Roman World.Carolina López-Ruiz is Professor of Ancient Mediterranean Religions and Mythologies at the University of Chicago Divinity School and the Department of Classics. Her monographs include When the Gods Were Born: Greek Cosmogonies and the Near East and Phoenicians and the Making of the Mediterranean.Sofía Torallas Tovar is Professor of Classics and Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations at the University of Chicago. As co-Principal Investigator of the project "Transmission of Magical Knowledge: Magical handbooks on papyrus" (2015–), with Christopher Faraone she has spearheaded the re-edition and analysis of 88 magical handbooks from Greco-Roman Egypt. Details ISBN 1032341262 ISBN-13 9781032341262 Title Magic and Religion in the Ancient Mediterranean World Author Radcliffe G. Edmonds III, Carolina López-Ruiz, Sofía Torallas-Tovar Format Hardcover Year 2023 Pages 374 Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd GE_Item_ID:157928351; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. Returns If you wish to return an item, please consult our Returns Policy as below: Please contact Customer Services and request "Return Authorisation" before you send your item back to us. 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