Almond, Philip C.
The Devil: A New Biography
- ISBN 13:
- 9781350274259
- author:
- Almond, Philip C.
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Bloomsbury Academic
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 21.3 x 13.7 x 2.5 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Philosophy, Good & Evil,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
The Devil: A New Biography by Philip C. Almond explores the figure of evil incarnate from the first centuries of Christianity. This biography delves into the rise of demonology as an intellectual and theological pursuit, the persecution of women believed to consort with the Devil, and the decline in the belief in Hell and angels as corporeal beings during the Enlightenment. The book examines the complex history of the idea of the Devil in Western thought, tracing its influence on art, literature, and culture. Almond shows that the Prince of Darkness remains a compelling subject throughout history, religion, and culture. The biography locates the "life" of the Devil within the broader Christian story, highlighting the "demonic paradox" of the Devil as both God's enforcer and his enemy at its core. By weaving together these threads, Almond provides a nuanced understanding of the Devil's enduring presence in human history and thought.
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