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. €œUnder the influence of the Semitic Eastۥfrom writers, craftsmen, merchants, healersۥGreek culture began its unique flowering, soon to assume cultural hegemony in the Mediterranean.€Â
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