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Ency of Shamanism Christina Pratt
Ency of Shamanism
Christina Pratt
Shamanism is the practice of maximizing the human abilities of mind and spirit for healing and problem solving. A term that comes from the Siberian tribal word for its practitioners, "shaman," shamans are a type of medicine man or woman especially distinguished by the use of journeys to hidden worlds through myth, dream, and near-death experiences. This inclusive two-volume encyclopedia combines the philosophy, concepts, and practical elements that make up Shamanism.
- Over 750 in-depth entries, organized A-Z, containing essential information about Shamanic methods and practices across cultures. - Eight introductory essays clearly discuss the basic concepts of Shamanism. - Annotated resource lists cite organizations with contact information, including Web sites and e-mail addresses. - Each entry includes sources for further reading.
| Media | Books Hardcover Book (Book with hard spine and cover) |
| Released | August 16, 2007 |
| ISBN13 | 9781404210400 |
| Publishers | Rosen Publishing Group |
| Pages | 615 |
| Dimensions | 150 × 220 × 20 mm · 1.27 kg |
| Language | English |