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Routledge - The Anthropology of Magic - Academic Text

Name: Routledge - The Anthropology of Magic - Academic Text
Brand: Routledge
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Magic remains one of the least understood subjects in modern anthropology. While often dismissed as irrational or non-scientific, this field offers a deep look into human consciousness and different ways of seeing the world. For too long, magic has been explained away through simple social or psychological reduction, missing its true significance. The Anthropology of Magic redresses this imbalance. This volume brings magic into focus by combining classic texts with cutting-edge research. It moves past the idea that magic is merely an outlier and instead treats it as a fundamental aspect of human experience. This book is a valuable resource for both students and scholars. It provides a modern update to classical approaches, making it an essential addition to any academic library focused on occultism, social science, or the study of human belief systems. Whether you are researching the foundations of anthropology or exploring the complexities of magic, this text provides the necessary depth and perspective.

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Redresses the academic balance by treating magic as a legitimate aspect of human consciousness rather than a mere psychological outlier.

Combines classic anthropological texts with cutting-edge research to provide a comprehensive view of the subject.

Provides a modern update to classical approaches, making it an essential resource for contemporary academic study.

Designed to serve both students and scholars looking for a deep understanding of magic within the field of anthropology.

Moves beyond simple social or psychological reduction to explore the true nature of magic and its place in the world.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 1845206703
Category: Books > Subjects > Mind, Body & Spirit > Occultism > Magic
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 01 November 2009
Listed Since: 23 December 2006

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