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Shamanism: Archaic Techniques of Ecstasy (Bollingen Series, No. 76),Used
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First published in 1951, Shamanism soon became the standard work in the study of this mysterious and fascinating phenomenon. Writing as the founder of the modern study of the history of religion, Romanian migrscholar Mircea Eliade (19071986) surveys the practice of Shamanism over two and a half millennia of human history, moving from the Shamanic traditions of Siberia and Central Asiawhere Shamanism was first observedto North and South America, Indonesia, Tibet, China, and beyond. In this authoritative survey, Eliade illuminates the magicoreligious life of societies that give primacy of place to the figure of the Shamanat once magician and medicine man, healer and miracledoer, priest, mystic, and poet. Synthesizing the approaches of psychology, sociology, and ethnology, Shamanism will remain for years to come the reference book of choice for those intrigued by this practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Shamanism: Archaic Techniques of Ecstasy'? A: 'Shamanism: Archaic Techniques of Ecstasy' explores the history and practices of Shamanism across various cultures, detailing its significance in spiritual and healing traditions.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Mircea Eliade, a renowned scholar and the founder of the modern study of the history of religion.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This listing features the First Edition of the book, published in 1972.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: 'Shamanism: Archaic Techniques of Ecstasy' contains a total of 630 pages.
- Q: Is this book a suitable reference for academic studies? A: Yes, the book is considered an authoritative reference in the study of Shamanism and is often used in academic settings.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'New', indicating it is in excellent condition.
- Q: When was 'Shamanism: Archaic Techniques of Ecstasy' first published? A: The book was first published in 1951.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of the book is bound in paperback.
- Q: Are there any notable features of the book? A: One notable feature is that it synthesizes insights from psychology, sociology, and ethnology to provide a comprehensive understanding of Shamanism.
- Q: Does the book cover Shamanism across different cultures? A: Yes, it surveys Shamanic traditions from regions including Siberia, Central Asia, North and South America, Indonesia, Tibet, and China.