Religion And The Decline Of Magic
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Keith Thomas
Binding: Paperback
Published: -
Condition:
Book: Acceptable
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: Reading copy with markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
This seminal work of social history chronicles the profound transformation of popular belief in early modern England. It uncovers the intricate relationship between magic, religion, and science, detailing how traditional supernatural practices gradually gave way to new understandings of the world. The author meticulously argues that the rise of Protestantism and the burgeoning scientific revolution contributed significantly to the erosion of magical thinking. This comprehensive study presents a vivid portrait of a society grappling with changing worldviews, illustrating the complex interplay of intellectual and cultural forces. It offers an authoritative account of a pivotal period, revealing the deep-seated anxieties and evolving rationalities that shaped an era.
Author: Keith Thomas
Binding: Paperback
Published: -
Condition:
Book: Acceptable
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: Reading copy with markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
This seminal work of social history chronicles the profound transformation of popular belief in early modern England. It uncovers the intricate relationship between magic, religion, and science, detailing how traditional supernatural practices gradually gave way to new understandings of the world. The author meticulously argues that the rise of Protestantism and the burgeoning scientific revolution contributed significantly to the erosion of magical thinking. This comprehensive study presents a vivid portrait of a society grappling with changing worldviews, illustrating the complex interplay of intellectual and cultural forces. It offers an authoritative account of a pivotal period, revealing the deep-seated anxieties and evolving rationalities that shaped an era.