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Magic: Spiritualism and Theosophy
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Length:
68 minutes
Released:
Jan 30, 2018
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Podcast episode
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The 19th century saw the rise of a variety of secret and secretive movements. Free Masons, Spiritualists, Theosophy and Esoteric Orders give rise to a variety of mystic-themed groups whose influence lurks under the mainstream themes of the 19th century. In this episode of MonsterTalk, we talk with religious studies scholar John Crow about the birth of these movements and how they influenced 19th (and 20th) century thought. Read the episode notes
Released:
Jan 30, 2018
Format:
Podcast episode
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