Animism, the Seed of Religion

Animism, the Seed of Religion (Religions Ancient and Modern Series) Originally published in 1905, thius is a detailed look at the development of belief and religion.Contents Include: Prehuman Elements in Religion Brain in Animal and Man Naturalism or Conception of Power Everywhere Nature of Spirit Spirits in Inanimate Things Objects of Worship Absentee Gods Maleficent Spirits Benevolent Gods Tree and Animal Worship Stone Worship Water Worship Deification and Worship of Ancestors Bibliography. Keywords: RELIGION, ANIMISM, TOTEM, ANCIENT BELIEFS, ANIMALS. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Obscure Press are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.