The Magicians: An Investigation of a Group Practicing BLACK MAGIC - Couverture souple

Scott, Gini

 
9780595433629: The Magicians: An Investigation of a Group Practicing BLACK MAGIC
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ISBN 10 : 0595433626 ISBN 13 : 9780595433629
Editeur : iUniverse, 2007

Synopsis

The Magicians describes the experiences of the author, a sociologist-anthropologist, who spent six months as a participant observer in a black magic group. In the book, this California-based national secret magical and religious group is called the "Church of Hu", though it has become nationally known as the Temple of Set. Members of the group, mostly from the well-educated middle class, consider themselves an elect and seek to develop themselves magically to achieve power.The Magicians looks at the group's beliefs, attitudes, and values, and shows how its focus on power and magic affects the members in everyday life. The book also discusses the dynamics involved in the search for power and considers the danger to society of groups using black magic to achieve power.

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Présentation de l'éditeur

The Magicians describes the experiences of the author, a sociologist-anthropologist, who spent six months as a participant observer in a black magic group. In the book, this California-based national secret magical and religious group is called the "Church of Hu", though it has become nationally known as the Temple of Set. Members of the group, mostly from the well-educated middle class, consider themselves an elect and seek to develop themselves magically to achieve power.The Magicians looks at the group's beliefs, attitudes, and values, and shows how its focus on power and magic affects the members in everyday life. The book also discusses the dynamics involved in the search for power and considers the danger to society of groups using black magic to achieve power.

Biographie de l'auteur

Gini Graham Scott, Ph.D. is a nationally known writer, consultant, speaker, and seminar/workshop leader, specializing in business and work relationships, professional and personal development, and popular culture and lifestyles. She is the founder of Changemakers and Creative Communications & Research, and has published over 40 books on diverse subjects. Recent books include Fantasy Worlds, The Creative Traveler, The Truth About Lying, Resolving Conflict, Mind Power: Picture Your Way to Success, and The Empowered Mind: How to Harness the Creative Force within You. Scott has received national media exposure for her books, including appearances on Good Morning America, Oprah, Montel Williams, and CNN. Her website is www.ginigrahamscott.com.

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Éditeur
iUniverse
Date d'édition
2007
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
0595433626
ISBN 13 
9780595433629
Reliure
Broché
Nombre de pages
226
Coordonnées du fabricant
non disponible
Personne responsable
non disponible

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