Psyches task discourse concerning von frazer james (24 Ergebnisse)

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Zustand: Fair. Acceptable condition. No Dust Jacket Front joint cracked. Bookplate inside. (superstition, civilization, primitive societies, social anthropology).

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HRD. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. 186 pages. 9.00x6.50x0.25 inches. In Stock.

HRD. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

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Zustand: Good. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. In good all round condition. No dust jacket. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,450grams, ISBN:0712902716. …

Hardcover. Zustand: Good. Ex-library copy with usual markings in a library binding. Cover shows minor wear and rubbing. Pages are lightly tanned with a few minor marks.

Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. 196 pages. 8.50x5.50x0.45 inches. In Stock.

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First Edition. Good copy in the original gilt-blocked green cloth boards; spine cover sun-toned and worn, with some tearing to endbands and joints, and lacking somewhat at the tail. Contemporary reader autograph to front free endpaper; the interior remains tight, bright and clean. A well-preserved copy overall. Physical description; ix, 84 pages ; 23 cm. Notes; Includes bibliographical references. Contents: Introduction Government Private property Marriage Respect for human life Conclusion. Subjects; Superstition. Civilization History. Primitive societies. Anthropology. Social institutions. Mythology. Religion and sociology. Taboo. Kings and rulers Mythology. Property Social aspects. Marriage History. Human sacrifice. Ethnology. Social evolution. 1 Kg.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. 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 the original work.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This XpressRead Cram Edition of Psyche's task pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic. Explore the fascinating interplay between superstition and societal development in 'Psyche's Task: A Discourse Concerning the Influence of Superstition on the Growth of Institutions' by James George Frazer. This exploration into the roots of civilization delves into the profound impact of folklore and mythology on the formation of human customs and traditions. Frazer meticulously examines how superstition has shaped social history, offering insights into the evolution of institutions across various cultures. A cornerstone of social science, this work illuminates the often-overlooked role of irrational beliefs in shaping the very fabric of our societies. Uncover the hidden connections between ancient myths and the structures that govern our lives. 'Psyche's Task' remains a vital resource for anyone interested in the history of civilization and the enduring power of human belief. This carefully prepared print edition ensures the accessibility of Frazer's important contribution to our understanding of ourselves.…

Zustand: Fair. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. No dust jacket. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,650grams, ISBN.…

Hardcover. Zustand: Good. Hardcover, no dust jacket. Bound in dark green cloth over boards with blind embossed lettering to the head of the spine. Dated 1920 on the title and copyright page. 186 pages, followed by 2 pages of advertisements of other books written by Dr. Frazer. Good condition. Pages are toned, but clean and free of marks or writing. A few pencilled marks to the endpapers, but no others to be found. Many pages remain uncut. Binding is strong. Some chipping to the head and foot of the spine. Light wear to the corners. There is some staining along the foot of the boards, this seeps through a bit to the endpapers. No following stains. Overall good condition. Please email with questions or to see any photos.…

Reprint. Near fine copy in the original gilt-blocked cloth. Slightest suggestion only of dust-dulling to the spine bands and panel edges. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. Physical description: xi, 186 pages; 23 cm. Subjects: Society, Primitive. Superstition. Civilization History. Primitive societies. 1 Kg. …

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. 1st Edition. 8vo. ix, 84 p.p. Green cloth with gilt lettering to spine, spine sunned, corners lightly bumped, and head of spine lightly rubbed. Offsetting to flyleaf. Clean throughout. Scarce. A series of lectures by Scottish social anthropologist Sir James George Frazer (1854-1941), author of the massive and influential study "The Golden Bough." In these lectures Frazer looks at the role that superstition played in the early history of a number of standard institutions: Government, Private Property, Marriage, and Respect for Human Life; and suggests that all can be taken as evidence that sometimes "folly mysteriously deviates into wisdom, and good comes out of evil.".…

Zustand: Good. 8vo. 84 pp. Hard Covers. Very Good. Green cloth covered boards. Minor shelf wear, and uneven fading of boards. Corners bumped. Spine sunned, with rip and loss at head of spine. Foxing to end papers, else pages fine. Deckled pages. Previous owner's name penciled in and dated 1920.

8vo., Second and Best Edition, endpapers lightly browned; green cloth, gilt back, expertly rebacked with old backstrip laid down, a very good, bright, clean, crisp copy. With bookplate on front paste-down, and 2pp publisher's catalogue bound in at end. Frazer's Discourse was first published in 1909. This edition includes fresh illustrative examples and adds 'The Scope of Social Anthropology' first published in 1908. SCARCE IN THIS CONDITION. Besterman CXXII. …