Letters on Demonology and Witchcraft by Walter Scott
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| Author | Scott, Walter, 1771-1832 |
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| Editor | Morley, Henry, 1822-1894 |
| LoC No. | 41030605 |
| Title | Letters on Demonology and Witchcraft |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "Letters on Demonology and Witchcraft" by Sir Walter Scott is a scholarly examination and discourse on the societal beliefs regarding witchcraft and demonic influences, written in the early 19th century. The work forms part of Scott’s contributions to a wider family library aimed at disseminating affordable literature. It reflects on historical and philosophical perspectives of demonology, providing insights into how these beliefs were prevalent in early societies and how they shaped cultural narratives surrounding the supernatural. At the start of the work, the author introduces the significant themes of supernatural belief, asserting that the origin of demonology among humans is closely tied to the notion of the soul's immortality. Scott reflects on the philosophical objections to the existence of spirits, emphasizing that such concepts can often be convoluted through human imagination and emotional experiences. He discusses various instances and anecdotes that illustrate how people have perceived supernatural apparitions, especially during times of heightened emotions and anxiety. These opening letters set a contemplative tone by drawing on historical examples and personal accounts to convey the complexities that surround beliefs in the spiritual realm. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BF: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Psychology, Philosophy, Psychoanalysis |
| Subject | Demonology |
| Subject | Witchcraft |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 14461 |
| Release Date | Dec 25, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Mar 2, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 614 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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