Synopsis
Ralph Merrifield systematically examines the evidence from prehistoric times to the present and demonstrates that all through the fundamental changes of belief--from primitive animism to Christianity to scientific rationalism--the same kinds of simple ritual have survived because they answer deep human needs.
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The author demonstrates that all through the fundamental changes of religious belief, from primitive animism to scientific rationalism, the same kinds of simple ritual have survived into our own times because they give comfort and a sense of security. Illustrated with b&w photos. Paperback ed. $15.95, not seen. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc.
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Ralph Merrifield spent most of his working life as a museum archaeologist, first in Brighton, England and then in London. In retirement, he became deputy director of the Museum of London. As a widely recognized authority on Roman London, his London, City of the Romans, was hailed as an outstanding work.
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