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The Scope of the Fantastic--Theory, Technique, Major Authors

Selected Essays from the First International Conference on the Fantastic in Literature
Herausgeber: Collins, Robert A.; Pearce, Howard D.

• Gebundenes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

?The essays present a variety of definitions of, and problems in defining, the fantastic.' ... This collection is by no means a complete representation of authors of the fantastic, ... but it is an important addition to the growing body of scholarly work on a genre with a rich and varied history, and an inexhaustible appeal and relevance, no matter the age. From the introduction by Eric S. Rabkin, who gives an overview of the fantastic and explores what makes it popular today, to the About the Editors and Contributors' list at the back, this collection is a must for scholars and serious readers.?-Fantasy Review

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Praeger
• Seitenzahl: 308
• Erscheinungstermin: 25. April 1985
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 240mm x 161mm x 21mm
• Gewicht: 630g
• ISBN-13: 9780313234477
• ISBN-10: 0313234477
• Artikelnr.: 25565225

Autorenporträt

The author of "Picatrix" was likely a highly educated and intellectually versatile scholar, deeply rooted in the Arabic-speaking world of the 11th century. He was well-versed in a variety of disciplines, including astrology, alchemy, and philosophy, drawing on Greek, Persian, and Indian sources. As a participant in the Islamic Golden Age's rich scholarly tradition, he likely had access to extensive libraries and intellectual circles. His work suggests a blend of academic knowledge and practical application, indicating both theoretical understanding and hands-on experience in astrological and magical practices.