Author: Carol K. MackPublisher: Macmillan
ISBN: 9780805062700
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
Originally published: New York: Arcade Pub.: Distributed by Little, Brown and Company, c1998.
A Field Guide to Demons, Fairies, Fallen Angels, and Other Subversive Spirits
Author: Carol K. MackPublisher: Arcade Publishing
ISBN: 9781559704472
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 328
Book Description
The Macks divert our gaze from our contemporary red-faced, cloven-hoofed misrepresentation of demons to remind us of the ancient roles demons were originally assigned to play. From the Tommyknockers of North American mountain mines to the South African Mbulu that waits in the river for lone travelers, A Field Guide to Demons classifies these creatures by their domains--water, mountain, forest--rather than in alphabetical or cultural order, dishing out antique and contemporary lore on these most misunderstood of spirits. A Field Guide to Demons melds folklore and mythology; maintains a surprisingly evenhanded view of demons; and reveals their role as the necessary challenger to established order, the antagonist--without which there could be no hero--and the darkness through which goodness shines brightest. --Brian Patterson
A Field Guide to Demons, Fairies, Fallen Angels, and Other Subversive Spirits
Author: Carol K. MackPublisher: Arcade Pub
ISBN: 9781611453669
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 320
Book Description
A good-humored, illustrated handbook instructs readers how to identify the many species of demons, where to travel to find them, and what equipment and amulets are traditionally carried to appease them or fend them off. 15,000 first printing.
Fallen Angels, the Watchers, and the Origins of Evil
Author: Joseph B. LumpkinPublisher: Fifth Estate Incorporated
ISBN: 9781933580104
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 130
Book Description
Evil walked the earth when angels fell. Evil stalks us now in disembodied spirits; immortal wraiths once clothed in flesh when angel and women bred; spirits released from their fleshly prisons when their bodies were destroyed for drinking the blood of men. Evil also lives inside of the common man; set free when pride kills reason and eats integrity whole. There is evil that entraps us and evil that tugs from within. But neither have control until we choose to relent. Evil is a choice of action, of thoughts entertained too long, of arrogance pushing aside the last vestiges of compassion. Evil resides within the problem of choice. What is evil? Could it be as simple as pernicious selfishness? Could it be the drive for immediate gratification without regard for others? Man's life is limited; one hundred years or less. But, the souls of angel and watcher are eternal. Consider how much evil can be wrought through the millennia of immediate gratification on an eternal scale. By contrasting and comparing ancient texts such as Enoch, Jasher, Jubilees, the Bible, and various others containing stories of the creation of angels, demons, and man, a full and panoramic history of evil is produced. In this history the startling revelation of the descent of man and angels, and the evolution of evil on earth is clearly revealed.
Demons in the Spring
Author: Joe MenoPublisher: Akashic Books
ISBN: 1936070871
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 281
Book Description
From the author of Between Everything and Nothing, “an inspired collection of twenty stories, brilliant in its command of tone and narrative perspective” (Kirkus Reviews, starred review). Demons in the Spring is a collection of twenty short stories by Joe Meno, author of the smash hits The Boy Detective Fails and Hairstyles of the Damned, with illustrations by twenty artists from the fine art, graphic art, and comic book worlds—Todd Baxter, Kelsey Brookes, Ivan Brunetti, Charles Burns, Nick Butcher, Steph Davidson, Evan Hecox, Kim Hiorthoy, Paul Hornschemeier, Cody Hudson, Caroline Hwang, kozyndan, Geoff McFetridge, Anders Nilsen, Laura Owens, Archer Prewitt, Jon Resh, Jay Ryan, Souther Salazar, Rachell Sumpter, and Chris Uphues. In these stories, oddly modern moments occur in the most familiar of public places—from offices to airports to schools to zoos to emergency rooms. A young girl refuses to go anywhere unless she’s dressed as a ghost. A bank robbery in Stockholm goes terribly wrong. A teacher becomes enamored with the students in his school’s Model United Nations club. A couple is affected by a strange malady. A miniature city begins to develop in a young woman’s chest. These inventive stories are hilarious, heartbreaking, and unusual. A portion of the author’s proceeds from the book will go directly to benefit 826 CHICAGO, a nonprofit tutoring center, part of the national organization of tutoring centers with branches in San Francisco, Los Angeles, New York City, and Seattle. Finalist for the 2008 Story Prize Time Out Chicago Best Books of 2008 Kirkus Reviews Best Books of 2008 “This short story collection succeeds word to word, sentence to sentence, and cover to cover.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)
Both Sides of Heaven
Author: Stephen SkinnerPublisher:
ISBN: 9781905297269
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Look up towards the heavens and open your mind to the infinite, for it is there that you will see the colourful and multifaceted world of winged messengers - Gods, Angels, Fallen Angels and Demons. BOTH SIDES OF HEAVEN is a collection of 18 essays by some of the foremost modern esoteric writers, occult scholars and magicians. In their personal contributions they share their experiences, research and unique insights into the spiritual realms of the mysterious beings who have played such an important and inspirational role in human spiritual history. From the nature of the daimons of the Graeco-Roman world, the Zoroastrian Ahuras and Daevas, the seductive Lilith and mighty Lucifer, through to the Fallen Angels of the Bible and the Book of Enoch, and their children the Nephilim, we find that these powerful beings are harbingers of change. In this anthology their magical natures are explored through the works of Renaissance magicians such as Dr John Dee and Edward Kelley, Dr Thomas Rudd and more recently Madeline Montalban, as well as in that of the experiences of the contributors themselves. The ceremonies and conjurations of grimoires such as the Key of Solomon, Goetia and Grimorium Verum are considered, as well as adaptations thereof and simpler, personal encounters. When you look at Both Sides of Heaven seeking wisdom and knowledge from the wings of ethereal messengers, you will see legions of angels and demons, archangels, fallen angels, old gods and even a few faeries and green butterflies. And maybe, they will be looking back at you too. As these essays demonstrate, Angels have been with us for many thousands of years, and their influence continues to be felt as strongly today as it ever was
The Weiser Field Guide to Cryptozoology
Author: Deena West BuddPublisher: Weiser Books
ISBN: 1609250834
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
A study of dozens of hidden animals—from the chupacabra to Mongolian death worms—drawing on eyewitness accounts from around the world. This informative book includes information, interviews, and stories about forty different cryptids seen around the world by credible eyewitnesses like policemen, rangers, and doctors. Readers will learn where and how to find flying humanoids, hairy humanoids, giants of all kinds including rabbits, bats, and spiders, goblins, vampires, werewolves, demons, aliens, and ghosts. Cryptozoology—a term coined in the 1950s by a French zoologist named Bernard Heuvelmans—is the study of hidden or unknown animals not recognized in standard zoology. From traditional cryptids like Big Foot, the Abominable Snowman, and Nessie, to mythical cryptids like unicorns, vampires, dragons, and werewolves, to lesser-known cryptids like bunyips (waterhorses), Encantado (Dolphin Men of Brazil), thunderbirds, mothmen, and chupacabra, these creatures are very much alive, says expert Deena West Budd, if beyond the realm of normal perception. The Weiser Field Guide to Cryptozoology includes a brief history of the field and surveys all the creatures for which any credible amount of research exists—as well as giving tips on how to spot these creatures and cautionary advice on how to interact with them. Includes two dozen line drawings rendered from eyewitness descriptions
Dealing with Demons
Author: Bob LarsonPublisher: Destiny Image Publishers
ISBN: 0768409683
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 178
Book Description
How Do You Know When You’re Dealing with Demons?Though many of life’s problems have natural causes, in the back of our minds there is one question that must be considered: Is it the devil?How do you know if your problem is the result of life choices or a demonic influence?With a ministry spanning several decades, exorcist Bob Larson...
Angels and Demons
Author: Ron PhillipsPublisher: Charisma Media
ISBN: 162998034X
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 289
Book Description
OPEN YOUR EYES to a WHOLE NEW WORLD Beyond our normal senses there lies another dimension morereal and lasting than anything we can imagine. It is a worldpopulated by both angels and demons, and it is essential thatwe understand it. In Angels and Demons Ron Phillips brings you a definitive guideto these supernatural beings, providing a basic training manualin the war between good and evil. We are not powerless againstthe forces of darkness, but to survive we must know both ourallies and our real enemies. Divided into two parts for easy understanding, sections include: ANGELS - Where they originated - How they operate - How they are activated DEMONS - Tracing their history - Understanding their dynasty - Enforcing and maintaining the victory over them
Author: Marvin S. Wolford