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The Eye of the Beholder

Deformity and Disability in the Graeco-Roman World - Second Edition

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This engrossing book was the first ever investigation into the plight of the disabled and deformed in Graeco-Roman society, drawing on a wealth of material, including literary texts, medical tracts, vase paintings, sculpture, mythology and ethnography. It is now issued in paperback for the first time with a new preface and updated bibliography.

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The Eye of the Beholder, Robert S. J. Garland

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2010
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Title
The Eye of the Beholder
Subtitle
Deformity and Disability in the Graeco-Roman World - Second Edition
Language
English
Released
2010
Format
Paperback
Pages
280
ISBN10
1853997374
ISBN13
9781853997372
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Description
This engrossing book was the first ever investigation into the plight of the disabled and deformed in Graeco-Roman society, drawing on a wealth of material, including literary texts, medical tracts, vase paintings, sculpture, mythology and ethnography. It is now issued in paperback for the first time with a new preface and updated bibliography.