The Occult And The Supernatural: The World Of The Unexplained
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
At the boundary between the known and the unknowable, The Occult and the Supernatural: The World of the Unexplained stands as a comprehensive and richly illustrated journey into humanity's most enduring mysteries. This ambitious volume chronicles the full spectrum of paranormal phenomena — from ancient divination practices and witchcraft to modern accounts of psychic powers, UFO encounters, and spirit communication — presenting each subject with both scholarly rigour and genuine fascination. Drawing on cross-cultural traditions from every corner of the globe, the book presents a sweeping panorama of belief systems that have shaped civilisations and confounded rational explanation for millennia. Its tone is authoritative yet accessible, inviting readers of all backgrounds to confront the strange and the inexplicable without prejudice. Thematically rich and visually compelling, the work situates occult traditions within their broader historical and anthropological contexts, illustrating how the supernatural has served as a mirror for human fears, hopes, and spiritual yearning across the ages. The writing balances sceptical inquiry with genuine openness, refusing to dismiss what science has yet to fully explain. Whether one approaches it as a cultural historian, a curious layperson, or a dedicated student of the esoteric, this volume rewards with layer upon layer of insight — and leaves the reader wondering just how thin the veil between the natural and the supernatural truly is.
Author: Various
Format: Hardback
Genre: Myths & legends
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
At the boundary between the known and the unknowable, The Occult and the Supernatural: The World of the Unexplained stands as a comprehensive and richly illustrated journey into humanity's most enduring mysteries. This ambitious volume chronicles the full spectrum of paranormal phenomena — from ancient divination practices and witchcraft to modern accounts of psychic powers, UFO encounters, and spirit communication — presenting each subject with both scholarly rigour and genuine fascination. Drawing on cross-cultural traditions from every corner of the globe, the book presents a sweeping panorama of belief systems that have shaped civilisations and confounded rational explanation for millennia. Its tone is authoritative yet accessible, inviting readers of all backgrounds to confront the strange and the inexplicable without prejudice. Thematically rich and visually compelling, the work situates occult traditions within their broader historical and anthropological contexts, illustrating how the supernatural has served as a mirror for human fears, hopes, and spiritual yearning across the ages. The writing balances sceptical inquiry with genuine openness, refusing to dismiss what science has yet to fully explain. Whether one approaches it as a cultural historian, a curious layperson, or a dedicated student of the esoteric, this volume rewards with layer upon layer of insight — and leaves the reader wondering just how thin the veil between the natural and the supernatural truly is.