Magic And Animism

Magic And Animism is a book written by Carveth Read, a British psychiatrist and anthropologist, that explores the relationship between magic and animism in various cultures around the world. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part examining the concept of magic and its role in different societies, while the second part focuses on animism and its connection to magic.In the first part, Read delves into the origins of magic and how it has been used throughout history, from ancient civilizations to modern times. He discusses the different types of magic, such as sympathetic magic and imitative magic, and how they are practiced in various cultures.The second part of the book explores animism, a belief system that sees everything in the natural world as having a spirit or soul. Read examines how animism is practiced in different cultures, from the indigenous tribes of Africa and South America to the Aboriginal people of Australia.Throughout the book, Read provides numerous examples and case studies to illustrate his points, drawing on his extensive knowledge of anthropology and psychology. He also discusses the impact of colonialism and modernization on these traditional belief systems, and how they have adapted to changing times.Overall, Magic And Animism is a fascinating exploration of two interconnected concepts that have played a significant role in human history and culture. It is a must-read for anyone interested in anthropology, psychology, or the history of religion and spirituality.THIS 44 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Man and His Superstitions, by Carveth Read. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766147932.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.