The Seer in Ancient Greece (Paperback)

The seer ("mantis"), an expert in the art of divination, operated in ancient Greek society through a combination of charismatic inspiration and diverse skills ranging from examining the livers of sacrificed animals to spirit possession. Unlike the palm readers and mediums who exist on the fringe of modern society, many seers were highly paid, well respected, educated members of the elite who played an essential role in the conduct of daily life, political decisions, and military campaigns. Armies, for example, never went anywhere without one. This engaging book, the only comprehensive study of this fascinating figure, enters into the socioreligious world of ancient Greece to explore what seers did, why they were so widely employed, and how their craft served as a viable and useful social practice.

General

Imprint:	University of California Press
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	2008
First published:	March 2009
Authors:	Michael Flower
Dimensions:	229 x 152 x 28mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	326
ISBN-13:	978-0-520-25993-5
Categories:	Books > Humanities > History > World history > BCE to 500 CE Books > Humanities > History > European history > General Books > Humanities > Religion & beliefs > Alternative belief systems > Occult studies > General Books > History > European history > General Books > History > World history > BCE to 500 CE Books > Religion & Spirituality > Alternative belief systems > Occult studies > General
LSN:	0-520-25993-9
Barcode:	9780520259935

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