Magic, Witchcraft and the Otherworld : An Anthropology
Book Details
Format
Paperback / Softback
ISBN-10
1859734502
ISBN-13
9781859734506
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint
Berg Publishers
Country of Manufacture
GB
Country of Publication
GB
Publication Date
Jun 1st, 2000
Print length
248 Pages
Weight
372 grams
Dimensions
23.50 x 15.50 x 1.40 cms
Product Classification:
Social & cultural anthropology, ethnography
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Anthropology's long and complex relationship to magic has been strongly influenced by western science and notions of rationality.
Anthropology''s long and complex relationship to magic has been strongly influenced by western science and notions of rationality. This book takes a refreshing new look at modern magic as practised by contemporary Pagans in Britain. It focuses on what Pagans see as the essence of magic - a communication with an otherworldly reality. Examining issues of identity, gender and morality, the author argues that the otherworld forms a central defining characteristic of magical practice. Integrating an experiential ethnographic approach with an analysis of magic, this book asks penetrating questions about the nature of otherworldly knowledge and argues that our scientific frameworks need re-envisioning. It is unique in providing an insider''s view of how magic is practised in contemporary western culture.
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