Alas Poor Ghost
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Book Overview
Based on research among women in England and historical research in supernatural traditions, Bennett looks at the nature and patterns of belief in the supernatural.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0874212774
ISBN13:9780874212778
Release Date:November 1999
Publisher:Utah State University Press
Length:232 Pages
Weight:0.72 lbs.
Dimensions:0.6" x 5.6" x 8.5"
Grade Range:Postsecondary and higher
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Fascinating, informative, original.
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
Belief in supernatural phenomena ranging from poltergeists to telepathy remains strong and pervasive in an otherwise rational, modern, secular, science oriented world. Especially common is belief in continuing contact with (or the continuing presence of) deceased family members. Gillian Bennet interviewed women in Manchester, England, asking them questions about ghosts and other aspects of the supernatural. "Alas, Poor Ghost!" lays out her rather impressive research methodology and techniques, as well as her findings, analysis. Of special interest is supplemental material assisted by Kate Bennett, a gerontological psychologist who presents and discusses new research with a group of women in Leicester, England. "Alas, Poor Ghost!" concludes with Bennett placing her work in historical context through a discussion of case studies in the history of supernatural belief. "Alas, Poor Ghost!" will prove fascinating, informative, original reading for students of folklore, occultism, metaphysics, cultural traditions and beliefs.
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