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The book by the famous English ethnographer E. Tylor (1832-1917) is devoted to the origin and development of religion. His theory considers animism (belief in souls and spirits) as the germ from which all religions have developed.
Despite the fact that today many of the scientist's theories are rejected by researchers, his book, which contains a huge amount of factual material, continues to serve as an important source for studying the problem. origin of religion.
Designed for a wide range of readers.
Translated from English by D.A. Koropchevsky, foreword and notes by Professor A.I. Pershits.