Magic, Science and Religion and Other Essays 1948

Magic, Science and Religion and Other Essays 1948 is a collection of essays written by Bronislaw Malinowski, a renowned anthropologist. The book explores the relationship between magic, science, and religion in different cultures and societies. Malinowski argues that while these three concepts may seem distinct, they are often intertwined and interdependent. He examines the role of magic in primitive societies, the relationship between science and religion in Western culture, and the ways in which religion and magic are used to explain and control the natural world. The book also includes essays on the importance of fieldwork in anthropology and the relationship between anthropology and other social sciences. Overall, Magic, Science and Religion and Other Essays 1948 is a thought-provoking exploration of the complex relationships between different belief systems and their impact on human behavior and society.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.