English Literature And The Occult

By F. E. Budd

Book Overview

English Literature And The Occult is a comprehensive exploration of the relationship between English literature and the occult. Written by F. E. Budd, the book delves into the ways in which occult beliefs and practices have influenced English writers from the medieval period to the modern era. Budd examines the works of notable authors such as William Shakespeare, John Milton, William Blake, and W.B. Yeats, among others, and analyzes how their writing reflects occult themes and ideas. The book also explores the impact of occultism on literary movements such as Romanticism and the Gothic. In addition, Budd discusses the cultural and historical context of occultism in England, including the rise of spiritualism and the influence of figures such as Aleister Crowley. Overall, English Literature And The Occult offers a fascinating insight into the intersection of literature and the supernatural in English culture.THIS 18 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Dictionary of the Occult, by F. E. Budd. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766128164.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425356567
• ISBN13: 9781425356569
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"