The Occult World

by Christopher Partridge (Editor)

Overview

This volume presents students and scholars with a comprehensive overview of the fascinating world of the occult. It explores the history of Western occultism, from ancient and medieval sources via the Renaissance, right up to the nineteenth and twentieth centuries and contemporary occultism. Written by a distinguished team of contributors, the essays consider key figures, beliefs and practices as well as popular culture.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781317596752
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	12/05/2014
Series:	Routledge Worlds
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	780
File size:	2 MB

About the Author

Christopher Partridge is Professor of Religious Studies in the Department of Politics, Philosophy and Religion at Lancaster University, UK. His research and writing focuses on alternative spiritual currents, countercultures and popular music.

Table of Contents

Introduction Part One: Ancient and Medieval Sources Part Two: The Renaissance Part Three: Seventeenth and Eighteenth Century Part Four: Nineteenth Century Part Five: Twentieth Century and the Contemporary World Part Six: Popular Culture and the Arts Part Seven: Beliefs, Practices, Issues, and Approaches