Magic and Animism - Couverture souple

Read, Carveth

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1425456626 ISBN 13 : 9781425456627

Editeur : Kessinger Publishing, 2005

Synopsis

""Magic and Animism"" by Carveth Read is a comprehensive study of the beliefs and practices of animism, which is the belief that all things in nature have a soul or spirit. The book explores the concept of magic and how it is used in animistic cultures, as well as the role of shamans and other spiritual leaders in these societies. The author also delves into the relationship between animism and Christianity, as well as the impact of colonialism on animistic cultures. The book is a fascinating look at a belief system that is still prevalent in many parts of the world today, and provides insight into the ways in which different cultures understand and interact with the natural world.THIS 44 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Man and His Superstitions, by Carveth Read. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766147932.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Kessinger Publishing
• Date d'édition: 2005
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1425456626
• ISBN 13: 9781425456627
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 48
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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