| New Approaches to the Study of Esotericism Contributor(s): Asprem, Egil, Strube, Julian |
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ISBN: 9004446443 ISBN-13: 9789004446441 Publisher: Brill OUR PRICE: $119.70 Product Type: Hardcover Published: December 2020 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Religion | History - Religion | Philosophy |
| Physical Information: 0.79" H x 6.3" W x 9.29" (1.10 lbs) 264 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This volume offers new approaches to some of the biggest persistent challenges in the study of esotericism and beyond. Commonly understood as a particularly "Western" undertaking consisting of religious, philosophical, and ritual traditions that go back to Mediterranean antiquity, this book argues for a global approach that significantly expands the scope of esotericism and highlights its relevance for broader theoretical and methodological debates in the humanities and social sciences. The contributors offer critical interventions on aspects related to colonialism, race, gender and sexuality, economy, and marginality. Equipped with a substantial introduction and conclusion, the book offers textbook-style discussions of the state of research and makes concrete proposals for how esotericism can be rethought through broader engagement with neighboring fields. |
