
""Disease Spirits and Divine Cures Among the Greeks and Romans"" is a scholarly book written by Cesidio Ruel Simboli and published in 1921. The book explores the beliefs and practices of the ancient Greeks and Romans regarding disease and its causes, as well as their methods of healing and seeking divine intervention. The author analyzes various texts and sources, including medical treatises, philosophical works, and religious texts, to shed light on the complex relationship between disease, spirituality, and medicine in the ancient world. The book covers topics such as the role of the gods and goddesses in healing, the use of amulets and charms, and the importance of dreams and divination in diagnosis and treatment. Overall, ""Disease Spirits and Divine Cures Among the Greeks and Romans"" offers a fascinating glimpse into the ancient world's understanding of health and illness and the ways in which they sought to alleviate suffering and restore balance to the body and soul.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
Page Count:
84
Publication Date:
2009-02-01
Publisher:
Kessinger Publishing
ISBN-10:
1104049791
ISBN-13:
9781104049799
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