Ancient Greek Religion

Ancient Greek Religion provides an introduction to thefundamental beliefs, practices, and major deities of Greekreligion.

Focuses on Athens in the classical period

Includes detailed discussion of Greek gods and heroes, myth andcult, and vivid descriptions of Greek religion as it waspracticed

Ancient texts are presented in boxes to promote thought anddiscussion, and abundant illustrations help readers visualize therich and varied religious life of ancient Greece

Revised edition includes additional boxed texts andbibliography, an 8-page color plate section, a new discussion ofthe nature of Greek "piety," and a new chapter on GreekReligion and Greek Culture