Demonic possession and exorcism in early modern France /

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In this highly original study of possession by demons and their exorcism, Sarah Ferber offers a challenging study of one of the most intriguing phenomenon of early modern Europe. Looking also at the present day, she argues that early modern.

Bibliographic Details
Call Number:Libro Electrónico
Main Author: Ferber, Sarah, 1957-
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:Inglés
Published: London ; New York : Routledge, 2004.
Subjects:
Demoniac possession > France > History.
Exorcism > France > History.
Possession diabolique > France > Histoire.
Exorcisme > France > Histoire.
RELIGION > Christian Life > Spiritual Warfare.
RELIGION > Christian Theology > Angelology & Demonology.
Demoniac possession
Exorcism
France
Electronic books.
History
Online Access:Texto completo
Table of Contents:
  • Book Cover; Half-Title; Title; Copyright; Dedication; Contents; Acknowledgements; Introduction; 1. Scepticism and Catholic Reform: Introductory Remarks; 2. 'Into the Realm of the Senses': Nicole Obry and the Miracle of Laon; 3. Marthe Brossier; 4. Priestcraft and Witchcraft: Introductory Remarks; 5. The Trial of Louis Gaufridy: Aix-en-Provence, 1609-11; 6. Fighting Fire with Fire?: Exorcism Against Ecstasy, Louviers, 1642-54; 7. Ecstasy, Possession, Witchcraft: The Will to Hierarchy; 8. 'God's Witches: Two Possessed Women; Conclusion; Notes; Selected Bibliography; Index.

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