Man And The Supernatural

By James George Frazer

Book Overview

""Man and the Supernatural"" is a comprehensive exploration of the human fascination with the supernatural, written by the renowned anthropologist James George Frazer. The book delves into the various forms of supernatural belief and practice throughout history, from ancient religions to modern spiritualism. Frazer examines the role of magic, witchcraft, and divination in different cultures, as well as the ways in which supernatural beliefs have influenced art, literature, and social organization. He also explores the psychological and emotional reasons behind our enduring fascination with the supernatural, and considers the implications of these beliefs for our understanding of the world and our place in it. With its wide-ranging scope and insightful analysis, ""Man and the Supernatural"" is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of human thought and belief.THIS 156 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Man, God and Immortality: Thoughts on Human Progress, by James George Frazer. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766101886.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: 1425335780
• ISBN13: 9781425335786
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 156 Pages
• Weight: 0.81 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.3" x 11.0"