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Encyclopedia of Demons in World Religions and Cultures (McFarland Myth and Legend Encyclopedias)

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Condition
New
Dimensions
7 x 0.83 x 10 in
Weight
1.6 lb
Publisher
McFarland & Company
Publication date
January 25, 2012
Language
English
Print length
416 pages

Description

This exhaustive volume catalogs nearly three thousand demons in the mythologies and lore of virtually every ancient society and most religions. From Aamon, the demon of life and reproduction with the head of a serpent and the body of a wolf in Christian demonology, to Zu, the half-man, half-bird personification of the southern wind and thunder clouds in Sumero-Akkadian mythology, entries offer descriptions of each demon's origins, appearance and cultural significance. Also included are descriptions of the demonic and diabolical members making up the hierarchy of Hell and the numerous species of demons that, according to various folklores, mythologies, and religions, populate the earth and plague mankind. Very thoroughly indexed. Read more

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Publisher McFarland & Company
Publication date January 25, 2012
Language English
Print length 416 pages
ISBN-10 0786463600
ISBN-13 02
Item Weight 1.6 pounds
Reading age 18 years and up

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Informative and in-depth
Format: Paperback
Very detailed information on each of the demons featured. I'm mainly using this volume to compare and contrast the different religious figures on the more "evil" side.
Reviewed in the United States on May 6, 2026 by Michellekodl21

Good
Format: Paperback
Good
Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2026 by Clara theus

Encyclopedia
Format: Paperback
This is not disappointing. I purchased this product as a go to reference to look up “Demons”. It is exactly as advertised. As an intermediate Occultist and an Ifa Priest I assure you that if you are looking for an Encyclopedia on Demons this is a cool purchase. If you are looking for pictures this one is not for you. The format is brief description, origin and pronunciation of entity in question…. Nothing more and nothing less. I hope this helps… Peace on your Journey. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 16, 2024 by YaSeen EL

Ok
Format: Paperback
This is amazing I use it for my book but it only gives a brief over view so I’d suggest to do some more research because some demons definitely have longer little paragraphs then others.
Reviewed in the United States on July 21, 2026 by Andres

Highly recommended
Format: Paperback
Love it
Reviewed in the United States on October 5, 2024 by Nyxy Moon

Excellent scholarly resource!
Format: Paperback
I use this for personal interests, and it is a great reference guide! It should be considered as educational material.
Reviewed in the United States on August 31, 2022 by Marilee Housden

Huge listing and good detail
Format: Kindle
This book includes a lot of detail. Names many more of these demons these entities then I though. Lot of info. Good price for the size. Off the top of my head I say other large volumes are more costly. Good on E book.
Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2019 by Zone Mann

Loved the Item
Format: Paperback
Great informative book.
Reviewed in the United States on November 24, 2022 by Ralph Zanfagna
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