This author explores the borderlands of consciousness, religion, and the paranormal. His research focuses on a non-reductive anthropology, examining the experiences of spirit mediums and their influence on self-concepts and models of consciousness. His work offers an original perspective on belief in the supernatural, opening new avenues for understanding the inexplicable.
Ranging across the origins of ecology, the nature of spirituality and religion, the evidence for non-human intelligence, ecopsychology and the ecological self, Dr. Hunter's book is an accessible introduction to ecology and spirituality.
An Introduction to the Anthropology of the Supernatural
Exploring the psychological and cultural reasons behind belief in the supernatural, this book delves into why individuals are drawn to spirits, gods, and magic. It examines various belief systems and the societal influences that shape these convictions. By analyzing historical contexts and personal narratives, it offers insights into the human experience and the quest for understanding beyond the tangible world. This revised edition enhances accessibility with its transition from ebook to paperback format.
An Anthropological Study of Mediumship and the Paranormal
The book delves into the practices of contemporary trance and physical mediumship within the intimate setting of the Bristol Spirit Lodge, a private spiritualist home-circle. It offers insights into the experiences and phenomena associated with these spiritual practices, highlighting the interactions between participants and the spiritual realm. Through detailed observations and personal accounts, it examines the significance of these gatherings in understanding the nature of mediumship today.
Exploring the complexities of extraordinary experiences, this book features a diverse group of writers, investigators, and academics who delve into the phenomenon of 'high strangeness.' It examines the reasons behind the neglect of unusual experiential reports within the fringe field of inquiry, shedding light on the intricacies and significance of these often-overlooked accounts. Through their investigations, the contributors aim to broaden the understanding of extraordinary experiences and their impact on human perception.