The Soul of Shamanism: Western Fantasies, Imagnal Realities
Anthropology of Consciousness December 1, 1999 DOI: 10.1525/ac.1999.10.4.83 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Topics | Shamanism |
| Key points | Argues that Western fantasies have distorted shamanism and that its authentic core lies in an 'imaginal' realm of visionary creativity. |
Abstract
The Soul of Shamanism: Western Fantasies, Imagnal Realities. Daniel C. Noel. New York: Continuum, 1997. 252 pages. $17.95 (paper)