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A fascinating, wideranging survey of the history of possession and exorcism through the agesIn the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, the era of the Reformation, thousands of Europeans were thought to be possessed by demons. In response to their horrifying symptomsviolent convulsions, displays of preternatural strength, vomiting of foreign objects, displaying contempt for sacred objects, and othersexorcists were summoned to expel the evil spirits from victims bodies. This compelling book focuses on possession and exorcism in the Reformation period, but also reaches back to the fifteenth century and forward to our own times. Entire convents of nuns in French, Italian, and Spanish towns, 30 boys in an Amsterdam orphanage, a small group of young girls in Salem, Massachusettsthese are among the instances of demon possession in the United States and throughout Europe that Brian Levack closely examines, taking into account the diverse interpretations of generations of theologians, biblical scholars, pastors, physicians, anthropologists, psychiatrists, and historians. Challenging the commonly held belief that possession signals physical or mental illness, the author argues that demoniacs and exorcistsconsciously or notare following their various religious cultures, and their performances can only be understood in those contexts.
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- Q: What is 'The Devil Within' about? A: 'The Devil Within: Possession and Exorcism in the Christian West' explores the history of possession and exorcism, particularly during the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries in Europe, examining various cases and interpretations from different cultural and religious perspectives.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Brian Levack, a scholar with expertise in the history of witchcraft and possession.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: 'The Devil Within' contains a total of 346 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on April 23, 2013.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic research? A: Yes, the book is well-researched and provides scholarly insights, making it suitable for academic research on possession and exorcism.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This listing is for the first edition of 'The Devil Within'.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The item condition is listed as 'Good', indicating that it is in acceptable condition for reading.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers topics such as historical instances of possession, the role of exorcists, and various interpretations of possession across different cultures and eras.
- Q: Can this book be used for personal study or enjoyment? A: Yes, the compelling narrative and historical insights make it suitable for personal study or enjoyment for those interested in the topic.