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Magic And Schizophrenia

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Magic and Schizophrenia is a book written by Geza Roheim, a Hungarian psychoanalyst and anthropologist. The book explores the relationship between magic and schizophrenia, drawing on both cultural and clinical perspectives. Roheim argues that magic and schizophrenia share certain similarities, particularly in their emphasis on symbolism and the use of ritual. He also suggests that traditional societies may have had a better understanding of schizophrenia than modern Western societies, as they recognized the connection between mental illness and spiritual experiences. The book includes case studies and examples from various cultures, including Aboriginal Australians and Native Americans. Overall, Magic and Schizophrenia offers a unique perspective on the relationship between mental illness and cultural beliefs.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.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781163389751
  • Indbinding:
  • Hardback
  • Sideantal:
  • 240
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x18 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 522 g.
  • BLACK NOVEMBER
Leveringstid: 2-3 uger
Forventet levering: 20. november 2024

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Magic and Schizophrenia is a book written by Geza Roheim, a Hungarian psychoanalyst and anthropologist. The book explores the relationship between magic and schizophrenia, drawing on both cultural and clinical perspectives. Roheim argues that magic and schizophrenia share certain similarities, particularly in their emphasis on symbolism and the use of ritual. He also suggests that traditional societies may have had a better understanding of schizophrenia than modern Western societies, as they recognized the connection between mental illness and spiritual experiences. The book includes case studies and examples from various cultures, including Aboriginal Australians and Native Americans. Overall, Magic and Schizophrenia offers a unique perspective on the relationship between mental illness and cultural beliefs.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.

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