The Exorcist Effect
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The Exorcist Effect explores the cultural and social dynamics surrounding exorcism in contemporary society, analyzing how media representations and popular narratives shape perceptions and practices.
Joseph Laycock examines case studies, film and media portrayals, and the interplay between belief, ritual, and institutional religion.
The book argues that exorcism functions both as a religious practice and a cultural phenomenon with significant effects on communities and individuals.
By combining ethnography, historical sources, and media analysis, Laycock traces how exorcism persists and adapts in modern contexts.
The work contributes to scholarly debates on religion, ritual efficacy, and the production of religious authority.
Joseph Laycock examines case studies, film and media portrayals, and the interplay between belief, ritual, and institutional religion.
The book argues that exorcism functions both as a religious practice and a cultural phenomenon with significant effects on communities and individuals.
By combining ethnography, historical sources, and media analysis, Laycock traces how exorcism persists and adapts in modern contexts.
The work contributes to scholarly debates on religion, ritual efficacy, and the production of religious authority.
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