Andrew Lang

Cock Lane and Common-Sense (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

In the book 'Cock Lane and Common-Sense' by Andrew Lang, the author explores the phenomenon of spiritualism and the supernatural in the 19th century. Lang expertly delves into the infamous Cock Lane Ghost case, using it as a lens to examine the broader cultural and societal implications of belief in the paranormal. Written in a clear and engaging style, the book combines historical research with Lang's own insightful commentary, offering a compelling analysis of the era's fascination with the otherworldly. Andrew Lang, a respected folklorist and anthropologist, brings his expertise to 'Cock Lane and Common-Sense', drawing on his background in studying myths and legends to provide a unique perspective on the spiritualist movement of the time. Lang's meticulous research and critical eye make this book a valuable contribution to the study of supernatural beliefs in Victorian society. For readers interested in the intersections of history, culture, and belief systems, 'Cock Lane and Common-Sense' is a must-read. Lang's thorough examination of the Cock Lane Ghost case sheds light on a fascinating period in spiritualism, offering a thought-provoking look at how the supernatural permeated everyday life in the 19th century.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 310
• Erscheinungstermin: 4. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664586773
• Artikelnr.: 58717114

Autorenporträt

Andrew Lang (1844 - 1912) was a Scottish poet, novelist, literary critic and contributor to the field of anthropology. He is best known as a collector of folk and fairy tales. The Andrew Lang lectures at the University of St Andrews are named after him. Lang is now chiefly known for his publications on folklore, mythology and religion. The interest in folklore was from early life; he read John Ferguson McLennan before coming to Oxford, and then was influenced by E. B. Tylor. The earliest of his publications is Custom and Myth (1884). In Myth, Ritual and Religion (1887) he explained the "irrational" elements of mythology as survivals from more primitive forms. Lang's Making of Religion was heavily influenced by the 18th century idea of the "noble savage": in it, he maintained the existence of high spiritual ideas among so-called "savage" races, drawing parallels with the contemporary interest in occult phenomena in England. His Blue Fairy Book (1889) was a beautifully produced and illustrated edition of fairy tales that has become a classic. This was followed by many other collections of fairy tales, collectively known as Andrew Lang's Fairy Books. In the preface of the Lilac Fairy Book he credits his wife with translating and transcribing most of the stories in the collections. Lang examined the origins of totemism in Social Origins (1903).

Inhaltsangabe

Preface
Introduction
1. Savage spiritualism
2. Ancient spiritualism
3. Comparative psychical research
4. Haunted houses
5. Cock lane and common-sense
6. Apparitions, ghosts, and hallucinations
7. Scrying or crystal-gazing
8. The second sight
9. Ghosts before the law
10. A modern trial for witchcraft
11. Presbyterian ghost hunters
12. The logic of table-turning
13. The ghost theory of the origin of religion.