Publisher's Synopsis
The History of the Devil Or The Horned God of the West is a book written by R. Lowe Thompson. It provides a comprehensive exploration of the character of the Devil in Western culture, including his origins, evolution, and cultural significance. The book traces the history of the Devil from his early roots in pre-Christian mythology to his current portrayal in popular culture. It examines the Devil's role in religious and philosophical thought, as well as his influence on art, literature, and popular culture. The book also explores the various interpretations of the Devil throughout history, including his association with evil, temptation, and rebellion. Overall, The History of the Devil Or The Horned God of the West is a fascinating and informative study of one of Western culture's most enduring and enigmatic figures.1929. Contents: belief of the Stone Age men; power of magic; magicians and priests; horned god of the West; witch god and the Devil; evolved magician; Herne and his kin; decline of the Devil; magic today. Illustrated throughout.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
