Presents the first systematic analysis of the structure and beliefs of the New Age movement, and the historical emergence of "New Age" as a secularized version of Western esoteric traditions.
W. J. Hanegraaff Books
Wouter J. Hanegraaff is a leading scholar of Western esotericism, whose work delves into the complex relationships between alternative religious movements and broader secular thought. His profound understanding of the history of Hermetic Philosophy and Related Currents illuminates the origins and evolution of these often-misunderstood traditions. Hanegraaff goes beneath the surface of the New Age phenomenon, uncovering its roots within Western cultural history. His research offers valuable insights into how esoteric ideas have developed and shaped themselves in the mirror of the modern world.