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Explore the multifaceted nature of one of classical antiquity's most complex figures with Tracking Hermes, Pursuing Mercury from Oxford University Press. This work examines the Greek god Hermes, known as Mercury in Roman mythology, a divinity defined by his versatility and ambiguity. As a figure who moves between heaven, earth, and the netherworld, Hermes serves as a mediator across all realms of divine and human activity. This book details his various roles, from the god of commerce, lucre, and theft to the master of rhetoric and practical jokes. You will learn about his dual nature as both a bringer of luck and a god of lies and tricks. Whether he is marking boundaries or transgressing them, Hermes remains an enigmatic presence in ancient mythology. This text provides a deep look into the functions of the Olympian who embraced everything from kindness toward mankind to the complexities of deception.

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This book by Oxford University Press examines the complex roles of the Greek god Hermes and his Roman counterpart, Mercury.

Learn about the diverse functions of Hermes, including his connection to commerce, lucre, theft, and rhetoric.

Explore the mythological role of Hermes as a mediator between heaven, earth, and the netherworld.

Study the dual nature of this Olympian deity, from a bringer of luck to a god of lies and tricks.

Understand how Hermes interacts with boundaries, acting as both a marker and a transgressor of limits.

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Brand: Oxford University Press
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0198777345
Category: Books > Subjects > Mind, Body & Spirit > Mythology > Antiquities
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 11 March 2019
Listed Since: 22 June 2018

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