The Supernatural in Tudor and Stuart England
Darren Oldridge
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Description for The Supernatural in Tudor and Stuart England
Paperback. Num Pages: 186 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 3JB; 3JD; HBJD1; HBLH; HBTB; HRQX. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 158 x 260 x 29. Weight in Grams: 300.
The Supernatural in Tudor and Stuart England reflects upon the boundaries between the natural and the otherworldly in early modern England as they were understood by the people of the time. The book places supernatural beliefs and events in the context of the English Reformation to show how early modern people reacted to the world of unseen spirits and magical influences. It sets out the conceptual foundations of early modern encounters with the supernatural, and shows how occult beliefs penetrated almost every aspect of life. Darren Oldridge considers ... Read more
The Supernatural in Tudor and Stuart England reflects upon the boundaries between the natural and the otherworldly in early modern England as they were understood by the people of the time. The book places supernatural beliefs and events in the context of the English Reformation to show how early modern people reacted to the world of unseen spirits and magical influences. It sets out the conceptual foundations of early modern encounters with the supernatural, and shows how occult beliefs penetrated almost every aspect of life. Darren Oldridge considers ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
Weight
299g
Number of Pages
176
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780415747592
SKU
V9780415747592
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About Darren Oldridge
Darren Oldridge is Senior Lecturer in History at the University of Worcester. His previous publications include Strange Histories (2005), The Devil: A Very Short Introduction (2012) and (as editor) The Witchcraft Reader (second edition 2008).
Reviews for The Supernatural in Tudor and Stuart England
Darren Oldridge's subtle and lively book is a 'must read' for all students and scholars of early modern supernatural beliefs. The book brings to life a vibrant world of supernatural agents that entertains and instructs in equal measure. Sasha Handley, University of Manchester, UK Darren Oldridge provides a much-needed comprehensive study of ... Read more