Ghosts by Finucane (27 results)

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Throughout history, people have reported seeing 'ghosts'. But a Victorian ghost is in many respects a very different phenomenon from a ghost in Classical Greece, or in medieval Europe. This book surveys reports of ghosts from ancient Greece, the early Christian era, the Reformation, the Victorian age, and through the twentieth century. …

Condition: good. The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.…

Condition: acceptable. Used - Acceptable: All pages and the cover are intact, but shrink wrap, dust covers, or boxed set case may be missing. Pages may include limited notes, highlighting, or minor water damage but the text is readable. Item may be missing bundled media.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Condition: New.

Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. Ghosts. Book.

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Black and white images inside. Label/Residue on front cover. Book is clean and tight without inside markings. Throughout history, people have reported seeing ghosts.

Condition: New.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

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

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

Paperback. Condition: New. Throughout history, people have reported seeing "ghosts." But a Victorian ghost is in many respects a very different phenomenon from a ghost in Classical Greece, or in medieval Europe. Finucane surveys reports of ghosts from ancient Greece, the early Christian era, the Reformation, the Victorian age, and through the twentieth century. He asks such questions as: How have the physical aspects claimed for ghosts varied from age to age? What differences are there in the functions and intentions ascribed to ghosts? How have the changes in more general beliefsin religion and science, in particularinfluenced the perception of ghosts? Drawing on primary sources from all periods and cultures, Finucane addresses this topic in its full breadth.…

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. First Thus. History professor compares ideas & manifestations of ghosts & related supernatural apparitions across time & cultures, from the ancient Greeks to the 20th century. Orig. publlished as "Appearance of the Dead" in 1984, this is the First Edition, First Printing under this new title (First, thus) from 1996. Trade paperback in 232 pages with Index & Notes to each Chapter16-page section of black-and-white photos in center. Condition is VG: completely clean & unmarked Inside, with light soil/stain to exterior fore edge. Binding strong & straight, pages white, very slight rubbing to extremities. Our photos depict the Exact book you will receive, never "stock" images of books we don't actually have! Same day shipping on all orders received by 2 pm Weekdays (Pacific time); later orders, Weekends & holidays ship very next business day.…

Condition: Good. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,400grams, ISBN:9781573920681.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 2revised ed edition. 232 pages. 9.00x6.25x1.00 inches. In Stock.

Condition: New.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - Throughout history, people have reported seeing 'ghosts.' But a Victorian ghost is in many respects a very different phenomenon from a ghost in Classical Greece, or in medieval Europe. Finucane surveys reports of ghosts from ancient Greece, the early Christian era, the Reformation, the Victorian age, and through the twentieth century. He asks such questions as: How have the physical aspects claimed for ghosts varied from age to age What differences are there in the functions and intentions ascribed to ghosts How have the changes in more general beliefsin religion and science, in particularinfluenced the perception of ghosts Drawing on primary sources from all periods and cultures, Finucane addresses this topic in its full breadth.…

Kartoniert / Broschiert. Condition: New. &Uumlber den AutorrnrnR.C. Finucane (Rochester, MI) is chairperson of the Department of History at Oakland University.KlappentextrnrnThroughout history, people have reported seeing ghosts. But a Victorian ghost is in many .

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Paperback. Condition: New. Throughout history, people have reported seeing "ghosts." But a Victorian ghost is in many respects a very different phenomenon from a ghost in Classical Greece, or in medieval Europe. Finucane surveys reports of ghosts from ancient Greece, the early Christian era, the Reformation, the Victorian age, and through the twentieth century. He asks such questions as: How have the physical aspects claimed for ghosts varied from age to age? What differences are there in the functions and intentions ascribed to ghosts? How have the changes in more general beliefsin religion and science, in particularinfluenced the perception of ghosts? Drawing on primary sources from all periods and cultures, Finucane addresses this topic in its full breadth.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Original hardcover in jacket, first edition, 232 pages, index, black cloth binding with gilt along spine. Section of historical b + w photographs and illustrations. Book is solid, bright, and square with light reading wear; some fading along board edges; there is some uniform foxing (spotting) to the top outer page edges. Jacket is solid and clean with some fading along edges. Jacket is attractive in protective mylar sleeve. Very good. e4.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Compares the different psychic manifestations as perceived in different cultures at different times in history. Junction Books, London 1982. vii + 232pp pb faint discolouration, near fine.

First Edition. Fine cloth copy in a near-fine, very slightly edge-dulled dust-wrapper. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. Physical description; vii, 232 pages : illustrations, facsimiles, portraits ; 23 cm. Notes; Includes bibliographical references and index. Contents;Classical ghosts -- Christianity and early-Medieval revenants -- Purgatory, penance and the restless dead in the later Middle Ages -- Reformation controversies: demons and ghosts -- Baroque hauntings of the seventeenth century -- Enlightenment and 'atheism' -- The thirst for immortality -- Twentieth century ghosts. Subjects; Ghosts. Geesten.Ghosts History. 1 Kg.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. H/B 232 pages condition is very good.

paperback. Condition: New. New .Ships From Multiple Locations. book.

First Edition. Fine cloth copy in a near-fine, very slightly edge-dulled dust-wrapper. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. Physical description; vii, 232 pages : illustrations, facsimiles, portraits ; 23 cm. Notes; Includes bibliographical references and index. Contents;Classical ghosts -- Christianity and early-Medieval revenants -- Purgatory, penance and the restless dead in the later Middle Ages -- Reformation controversies: demons and ghosts -- Baroque hauntings of the seventeenth century -- Enlightenment and 'atheism' -- The thirst for immortality -- Twentieth century ghosts. Subjects; Ghosts. Geesten.Ghosts History. 1 Kg.…