About the book
This revised and expanded edition surveys the growth and development of magic in medieval times. Examining its relationship with religion, science, philosophy, art, literature and politics, Richard Kieckhefer sheds light on the different types of magic that were used, the people who practiced it and the reasoning behind their beliefs.
Editions of Magic in the Middle Ages
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9781108494717
- Paperback
- ISBN 9781108796897
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This revised and expanded edition surveys the growth and development of magic in medieval times. Examining its relationship with religion, science, philosophy, art, literature and politics, Richard Kieckhefer sheds light on the different types of magic that were used, the people who practiced it and the reasoning behind their beliefs.
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This revised and expanded edition surveys the growth and development of magic in medieval times. Examining its relationship with religion, science, philosophy, art, literature and politics, Richard Kieckhefer sheds light on the different types of magic that were used, the people who practiced it and the reasoning behind their beliefs.
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History and Archaeology > History
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Richard Kieckhefer
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Magic in the Middle Ages is available as hardcover(ISBN 9781108494717) and paperback(ISBN 9781108796897)
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