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The Psychology of Paranormal Belief
Harvey J. Irwin
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Description for The Psychology of Paranormal Belief
Paperback. Provides a review of empirical investigations into the bases of belief in paranormal phenomena. This book discusses the concept of paranormality, and examines four main theoretical approaches to the nature of paranormal belief. It is suitable for professional researchers, clinical psychologists and counsellors. Num Pages: 200 pages. BIC Classification: JMX. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 11. Weight in Grams: 392.
This book, written by an internationally renowned researcher in the field, provides a thorough and systematic review of empirical investigations into the bases of belief in paranormal phenomena. Following a discussion of the concept of paranormality, four main theoretical approaches to the nature of paranormal belief are examined. Some researchers have suggested that such beliefs are most prevalent among people on the margins of society. Another view is that paranormal belief is simply one facet of a broader worldview, a view that is characterised by a highly subjective and esoteric outlook on humanity, life, and the world at large. Other ... Read more
This book, written by an internationally renowned researcher in the field, provides a thorough and systematic review of empirical investigations into the bases of belief in paranormal phenomena. Following a discussion of the concept of paranormality, four main theoretical approaches to the nature of paranormal belief are examined. Some researchers have suggested that such beliefs are most prevalent among people on the margins of society. Another view is that paranormal belief is simply one facet of a broader worldview, a view that is characterised by a highly subjective and esoteric outlook on humanity, life, and the world at large. Other ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
University of Hertfordshire Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
200
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
Number of Pages
200
Place of Publication
Hertford, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781902806938
SKU
V9781902806938
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About Harvey J. Irwin
Dr Harvey J Irwin has an international reputation in research on the psychology of paranormal beliefs and parapsychological experiences. His other publications include over a hundred papers in academic journals and three books, including the highly praised and widely used text An Introduction to Parapsychology. Dr Irwin was a member of the School of Psychology in the University of New ... Read more
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