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The Oracle
The Oracle: Ancient Delphi and the Science Behind Its Lost Secrets | William J. Broad
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An analysis of the life, influence, and mythical powers of the Oracle of Delphi draws on the accounts of her contemporaries as well as archaeological and geological findings from her ancient temple on Mount Parnassos, in an investigation that seeks to resolve missing evidence about the temple floor vapors attributed to the Oracle's abilities. Reprint. 35,000 first printing.
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This should be interesting.

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Megara
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The Greek Gods Hermes and Mercury? This guy really knows his Greek mythology. 🙄

Friends, I am only on page 14. Let‘s see how long before I bail.

CSeydel This is a New York Times reporter! How?! 5y
Megara @CSeydel 🤦‍♀️ soooo awful. 5y
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“The greatest blessings come by way of madness, indeed of madness that is heaven-sent.” — Socrates on the Oracle of Delphi