1929, LEWES LAVATER, OF GHOSTES AND SPIRITES WALKING BY NYGHT 1572, OCCULT

Description: Of Ghostes and Spirites Walking by Nyght 1572 by Lewes Lavater Edited with Introduction and Appendix by J. Dover Wilson, Litt.D. and May Yardley, B.A. Oxford: The Shakespeare Association at the University Press 1929 First Edition Thus Octavo, xxxi, [15], 251 pages, publisher's original gilt lettered and decorated blue cloth covered boards. Previous owner's inscription, some scattered foxing throughout, slight damage to top of spine, rubbing, else in good + condition. Of Ghostes and Spirites Walking by Nyght, published in 1572, is a significant work by Ludwig Lavater, a Swiss theologian, that delves into the beliefs and superstitions surrounding ghosts and spirits in the early modern period. Written in the context of the Protestant Reformation, the book explores the nature of apparitions, hauntings, and other supernatural phenomena, offering both a theological and philosophical perspective on the subject. Lavater's work aims to debunk many of the common superstitions of the time, arguing that such manifestations are not the souls of the deceased but rather illusions created by the devil or natural occurrences misunderstood by people. The book is one of the earliest comprehensive treatises on ghostly phenomena and reflects the changing attitudes toward the supernatural during a time of religious upheaval and scientific inquiry. Of Ghostes and Spirites Walking by Nyght is notable for its blend of skepticism and belief, providing insight into how people in the 16th century grappled with the mysterious and unexplained. It remains an important text in the study of ghost lore, the history of religion, and early modern European culture. If you have any questions, feel free to ask, and don't forget to check out my other listings.

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