Divine Presence in Spain and Western Europe 1500-1960

This study addresses the relation of people to divine beings in contemporary and historical communities, as exemplified in three strands. One is a long tradition of visions of mysterious wayfarers in rural Spain who bring otherworldly news and help, including recent examples. Another treats the seem...

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Main Author: William A. Christian (auth)
Format: Book Chapter
Published: Central European University Press 2012
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