Western esotericism : a guide for the perplexed / Wouter J. Hanegraaff.

Western esotericism has been a pervasive presence in Western culture from late antiquity to the present day, but until recently it was largely ignored by scholars and surrounded by misconceptions and prejudice. This accessible guide provides readers with the basic knowledge and tools that will allow...

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Online Access: Full Text (via ProQuest)
Main Author: Hanegraaff, Wouter J.
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: New York : Continuum International Pub. Group, 2013.
Series:Guides for the perplexed.
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