Bailey, Michael D.

Magic: The Basics (The Basics)

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ISBN 13:: 9781138809611
author:: Bailey, Michael D.
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Routledge
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2017
Pages:: 256
Dimensions:: 12.7 x 19.56 x 1.27 centimetres
Genre:: History, General, Health & Wellbeing
Condition:: New
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Magic: The Basics offers a concise and engaging introduction to magic in world history and contemporary societies. By exploring magic as a global phenomenon that has manifested in all human cultures, this book takes a thematic approach to examine the historical, social, and cultural aspects of magic.

The book delves into various forms of magical practice, their purposes, and the debates surrounding magic's effectiveness, reality, and morality. It also investigates the association of magic with certain social factors, such as gender, ethnicity, and education. With a global perspective spanning from antiquity to the modern era, Magic: The Basics is an ideal resource for those seeking to learn more about the academic study of magic.

Featuring a glossary of key terms, suggestions for further reading, and case studies throughout, this book provides a comprehensive overview of magic. Its unique approach makes it an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of magic in different cultures and historical periods.

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