The Cambridge Handbook of Western Mysticism and Esotericism

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The Cambridge Handbook of Western Mysticism and Esotericism, edited by Gle Alexander Magee, is a definitive academic resource that offers a comprehensive overview of the diverse spiritual, philosophical, and initiatory traditions that have shaped the Western esoteric landscape. This scholarly volume brings together leading experts across disciplines to examine systems such as Hermeticism, Kabbalah, Neoplatonism, alchemy, Rosicrucianism, Theosophy, and modern occult currents. Through accessible yet rigorously researched chapters, readers gain insight into how mysticism and esotericism evolved in response to historical, religious, and intellectual developments from antiquity to the present.

Suitable for students, scholars, and seekers alike, this handbook serves as a foundational guide for understanding the complexity and continuity of Western esoteric thought within its broader cultural and philosophical contexts. Author Edited Gle Alexander Magee Author Info Gle Alexander Magee is a scholar of philosophy and intellectual history, best known for his work on German idealism, Hegel, and Western esotericism. A professor at The College of New Jersey, Magee has authored several critical texts, including Hegel and the Hermetic Tradition, which explores the often overlooked esoteric influences within Hegel s work.

As editor of The Cambridge Handbook of Western Mysticism and Esotericism, Magee brings together a distinguished cohort of contributors to present a balanced, academically rigorous survey of a traditionally marginalized field. His scholarship is recognized for bridging philosophy and esotericism in a way that is both accessible and deeply informed. ISBN-13 978-0521734912 Publisher Cambridge University Press Publication Date August 29, 2019 Edition Revised Binding Paperback Condition Used – Very Good Page Count 514 Pages