Magic, Pretended Miracles, and Remarkable Natural Phenomena by Anonymous

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Author Anonymous
Title Magic, Pretended Miracles, and Remarkable Natural Phenomena
Note Reading ease score: 50.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "Magic, Pretended Miracles, and Remarkable Natural Phenomena" by Anonymous is a collection that explores the themes of magic, superstition, and the natural world, likely written in the 19th century. The work delves into the historical and cultural implications of magic, investigating how ancient beliefs and modern spectacles have influenced perceptions of reality. At the start of the volume, the text introduces the magi of the East, detailing their historical significance and the magical powers attributed to numbers, plants, and minerals. It traces the origins of magic to these ancient figures, highlighting how their practices have morphed into various forms of entertainment and superstition that persist in contemporary society. The opening portion sets the stage for a deeper exploration of how natural phenomena have often been misinterpreted as magical or miraculous, suggesting that many of these beliefs stem from a combination of ignorance and the human tendency to ascribe supernatural meanings to enigmatic occurrences. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class BF: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Psychology, Philosophy, Psychoanalysis
Subject Magic
Subject Miracles
Subject Curiosities and wonders
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EBook-No. 64413
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Oct 10, 2022
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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