Medicine, Magic and Art in Early Modern Norway: Conceptualizing Knowledge
por
Ane Ohrvik
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History
Fantasy
Art & Photography
Formato
Kindle
Páginas
446
Idioma
Inglês
Publicado
Apr 2, 2018
Editora
Palgrave Macmillan
ISBN-10
1137467428
ISBN-13
9781137467423
Descrição
Ane Ohrvik delves into the intriguing interplay of medicine, magic, and art in early modern Norway, offering insightful perspectives on how these elements intertwined to shape societal understanding of knowledge. By exploring various historical texts and practices, the author illuminates the ways in which magical beliefs influenced medical practices and artistic expressions during this dynamic period.
Through meticulous research, Ohrvik uncovers the significance of folk traditions and magical thinking, shedding light on how they coexisted with emerging scientific ideas. The book paints a vivid picture of a society navigating the complexities of healing and creativity, revealing the cultural narratives that framed everyday experiences in Norway.
As the narrative unfolds, readers are invited to reflect on the broader implications of combining these knowledge systems. Ohrvik's work challenges contemporary notions of rationality, inviting a re-examination of how societies have historically conceptualized health, illness, and the creative process in a world where magic and medicine were often inextricably linked.
Through meticulous research, Ohrvik uncovers the significance of folk traditions and magical thinking, shedding light on how they coexisted with emerging scientific ideas. The book paints a vivid picture of a society navigating the complexities of healing and creativity, revealing the cultural narratives that framed everyday experiences in Norway.
As the narrative unfolds, readers are invited to reflect on the broader implications of combining these knowledge systems. Ohrvik's work challenges contemporary notions of rationality, inviting a re-examination of how societies have historically conceptualized health, illness, and the creative process in a world where magic and medicine were often inextricably linked.
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