Letters on Demonology and Witchcraft

EAN : 9791041942671

SCOTT WALTER

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EAN : 9791041942671

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Détails

EAN13 : 9791041942671
Réf. éditeur : 264220
Date Parution : 30 janv. 2023
Disponibilite : Disponible
Barème de remise : NS
Nombre de pages : 338
Format : H:210 mm L:148 mm E:18 mm
Poids : 438gr

Résumé

Résumé : "Letters on Demonology and Witchcraft" by Sir Walter Scott delves into the historical and psychological aspects of supernatural beliefs, particularly focusing on demonology and witchcraft. Scott explores the origins of these beliefs, suggesting that the notion of an immortal soul and its potential reappearance after death is a primary factor in the widespread acceptance of supernatural phenomena. He discusses how intense emotions and states of mind, such as grief or guilt, can lead individuals to perceive apparitions, often during sleep or moments of heightened anxiety. Scott also examines the contagious nature of credulity, where individuals may accept the supernatural experiences of others despite their own senses. He provides examples from historical texts and personal anecdotes to illustrate how these beliefs have persisted across cultures and time periods. Scott further explores the medical and psychological explanations for supernatural experiences, citing cases where individuals suffering from certain disorders experience vivid hallucinations. He references the work of Dr. Ferriar and Dr. Hibbert, who studied the connection between physical ailments and spectral illusions. Scott recounts specific cases, such as that of a patient who experienced recurring visions of a skeleton, highlighting the complex interplay between mental health and supernatural perceptions. Through these narratives, Scott emphasizes the importance of understanding the psychological and physiological factors that contribute to beliefs in the supernatural, while acknowledging the cultural and historical contexts that have shaped these beliefs.
Biographie : Walter Scott est un poète, écrivain et historien écossais né le 15 août 1771 à Édimbourg et mort le 21 septembre 1832 à Abbotsford. "Ivanhoé" paru en décembre 1819, est le premier roman de l'écrivain.