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The Orientalizing Revolution: Near Eastern Influence on Greek Culture in the Early Archaic Age (Revealing Antiquity)

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The Orientalizing Revolution: Near Eastern Influence on Greek Culture in the Early Archaic Age (Revealing Antiquity)

Ancient Greek culture is often described as a miracle, owing little to its neighbors. Walter Burkert argues against a distorted view, toward a more balanced picture. â‚¬Å“Under the influence of the Semitic Eastâ‚¬â€¢from writers, craftsmen, merchants, healersâ‚¬â€¢Greek culture began its unique flowering, soon to assume cultural hegemony in the Mediterranean.â‚¬Â
Country USA
Brand Harvard University Press
Manufacturer Harvard University Press
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber 9780674643642
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780674643642
ReleaseDate 1995-08-25

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