Occultists & Mystics of All Ages

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ISBN 10: 1773566113 / ISBN 13: 9781773566115

Edité par Devoted Publishing, 2026

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Synopsis :

A sweeping survey of the figures who have shaped the hidden traditions of the past. In Occultists and Mystics of All Ages by Ralph Shirley, the author brings together a wide-ranging collection of studies on the individuals, movements, and ideas associated with mysticism and the occult across history. Drawing from classical antiquity through the medieval and early modern periods and into more recent times, Shirley examines the lives and teachings of philosophers, alchemists, visionaries, and spiritual seekers. From legendary figures to historically documented personalities, each chapter offers insight into the beliefs and practices that have contributed to the development of esoteric thought. Rather than presenting a single unified doctrine, the work traces recurring themes-spiritual transformation, hidden knowledge, and the pursuit of higher truth-across diverse traditions. It also reflects the early twentieth-century revival of interest in occultism, situating these figures within both their historical contexts and their lasting influence. Informative and accessible, Occultists and Mystics of All Ages serves as both an introduction and a broad reference to the personalities and ideas that have shaped the Western esoteric tradition.

Détails bibliographiques

Titre : Occultists & Mystics of All Ages
Éditeur : Devoted Publishing
Date d'édition : 2026
Reliure : Couverture souple
Etat : As New