Demons and Illness from Antiquity to the Early-Modern Period (Magical and Religious Literature of Late Antiquity, 5)
by Siam Bhayro, Catherine Rider
Demons and Illness from Antiquity to the Early-Modern Period delves into the historical relationship between demonic forces and health in magical and religious literature. Spanning from ancient eras to the early modern age, this volume in the series provides a scholarly exploration of how supernatural elements shaped concepts of illness across cultures and time.
About This Book
This book, part of the Magical and Religious Literature of Late Antiquity series (volume 5), examines the connections between demons and illness across historical periods.
Edited by Siam Bhayro and Catherine Rider, it draws on sources from antiquity to the early-modern period to trace evolving perceptions.
The collection highlights how supernatural beliefs influenced understandings of disease in various cultural contexts.
Scholars will find it a valuable resource for studying the intersection of religion, magic, and medicine in historical texts.
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