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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating realm of animism, exploring the diverse beliefs surrounding souls, spirits, and the afterlife held by cultures around the world. The author traces the evolution of these concepts from their roots in the beliefs of lower cultures to their complex expressions in higher civilizations. A central theme is the exploration of the afterlife, encompassing the intriguing doctrines of transmigration and resurrection. The author examines how different societies have envisioned the journey of the soul after death, including beliefs in reincarnation, ancestral spirits, and journeys to distinct realms such as the Land of the Dead or an underworld. The book delves into the expansion of animism from the doctrine of souls to a broader philosophy of nature, encompassing the belief in spirits inhabiting various elements of the natural world, including animals, plants, and even inanimate objects. This exploration sheds light on practices like fetishism, idolatry, and the worship of nature spirits. By analyzing animism's historical trajectory and its profound influence on human thought and behavior, the author reveals its enduring legacy as a fundamental framework for understanding the relationship between humanity and the spiritual dimension of existence. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330324233_0
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Vendeur : Anybook.com, Lincoln, Royaume-Uni
Etat : Good. Volume 2. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,750grams, ISBN:9781330324233. N° de réf. du vendeur 5579701
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330324233
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330324233
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)