Possession - T K Oesterreich - Bog

Possession: Demoniacal and Other is a book written by T.K. Oesterreich that explores the topic of demonic possession. The book delves into the history of possession, examining various cases throughout time and across cultures. It also discusses the different types of possession, including the classic demonic possession as well as other forms such as spirit possession and possession by the dead. The author provides insight into the symptoms of possession, the methods used to exorcise demons, and the psychological and spiritual factors that may contribute to possession. The book also includes a section on possession in literature and art. Overall, Possession: Demoniacal and Other is a comprehensive exploration of the subject of possession, providing readers with a detailed understanding of this fascinating and often misunderstood phenomenon.1930. Among primitive races, in antiquity, the Middle Ages, and modern times. This volume is a survey of the history of possession from the most ancient times down to the present day and in all countries of the inhabited globe, together with an analysis of its nature and relationship to other phenomena, such as hysteria and the manifestations of spiritualism. The subject treated is a very fascinating one, to the general reader as well as to the student of psychology and ethnology. It would be difficult to see the human race in a more fantastic light than that cast by these stories of possession.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.