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Arcana Mundi: Magic and the Occult in the Greek and Roman Worlds: A Collection of Ancient Texts,New
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Magic, miracles, daemonology, divination, astrology, and alchemy were the arcana mundi, the 'secrets of the universe,' of the ancient Greeks and Romans. In this pathbreaking collection of Greek and Roman writings on magic and the occult, Georg Luck provides a comprehensive sourcebook and introduction to magic as it was practiced by witches and sorcerers, magi and astrologers, in the Greek and Roman worlds. In this new edition, Luck has gathered and translated 130 ancient texts dating from the eighth century BCE through the fourth century CE. Thoroughly revised, this volume offers several new a comprehensive general introduction, an epilogue discussing the persistence of ancient magic into the early Christian and Byzantine eras, and an appendix on the use of mindaltering substances in occult practices. Also added is an extensive glossary of Greek and Latin magical terms. In Arcana Mundi Georg Luck presents a fascinating and at times startling alternative vision of the ancient world. 'For a long time it was fashionable to ignore the darker and, to us, perhaps, uncomfortable aspects of everyday life in Greece and Rome,' Luck has written. 'But we can no longer idealize the Greeks with their 'artistic genius' and the Romans with their 'sober realism.' Magic and witchcraft, the fear of daemons and ghosts, the wish to manipulate invisible powers all of this was very much a part of their lives.'
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Arcana Mundi' by Georg Luck? A: The main focus of 'Arcana Mundi' is to explore the concepts of magic and the occult in the Greek and Roman worlds through a collection of ancient texts that date from the eighth century BCE to the fourth century CE.
- Q: How many ancient texts are included in this collection? A: This collection includes 130 ancient texts, providing a comprehensive sourcebook on magic as practiced in ancient Greece and Rome.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers a range of topics including magic, miracles, daemonology, divination, astrology, and alchemy, offering insights into the secrets of the universe as understood by ancient cultures.
- Q: Is 'Arcana Mundi' suitable for academic research? A: Yes, 'Arcana Mundi' is suitable for academic research as it provides thorough translations and a comprehensive introduction to the texts, along with an extensive glossary of Greek and Latin magical terms.
- Q: What is the condition of the used book? A: The used book is listed in 'Good Condition', indicating that it has been used but is still in a state that is acceptable for reading and study.
- Q: When was 'Arcana Mundi' published? A: This edition of 'Arcana Mundi' was published on October 1, 1985.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and portable.
- Q: Does the book discuss the influence of ancient magic on later cultures? A: Yes, the book includes an epilogue that discusses the persistence of ancient magic into the early Christian and Byzantine eras.
- Q: Are there any additional resources provided in the book? A: Yes, the book includes a comprehensive general introduction, an epilogue, and an extensive glossary of magical terms, enriching the reader's understanding of the subject.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Arcana Mundi'? A: The author of 'Arcana Mundi' is Georg Luck, a scholar known for his expertise in ancient magic and the occult.