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Magico-Medical Means of Treating Ghost-Induced Illnesses in Ancient Mesopotamia

Magico-Medical Means of Treating Ghost-Induced Illnesses in Ancient Mesopotamia - Ancient Magic and Divination

Hardback (30 Dec 2001)

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Publisher's Synopsis

This work explores the interaction between magic and medicine in ancient Mesopotamia, as applied specifically to ghosts. Included is a discussion of sin and natural causes in Mesopotamian medicine. Additionally, it transliterates and translates 352 prescriptions designed to cure psychological and physical ailments thought to be caused by ghosts.

About the Publisher

Brill

Founded in 1683, Brill is a publishing house with a rich history and a strong international focus. The company's head office is in Leiden, (The Netherlands) with a branch office in Boston, Massachusetts (USA). Brill's publications focus on the Humanities and Social Sciences, International Law and selected areas in the Sciences.

Book information

ISBN: 9789004123977
Publisher: Brill
Imprint: Brill
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 788
Weight: 1655g
Height: 241mm
Width: 177mm
Spine width: 57mm