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Western Esotericism -
Heretical Movements and Secret Societies
Join Frank Albo, visiting lecturer from the University of Cambridge, University of Winnipeg Alumni and specialist in western esoteric ideas as he explores the history of Western Esotericism from the "hermetic sciences" of the Renaissance, 18th century secret societies such as Freemasonry, Rosicrucianism, and the Illuminati, to the occult revival of the late 19th and early 20th centuries through exponents Eliphas Lévi, H. P. Blavatsky, and Aleister Crowley.
The course includes readings from Marsilio Ficino, Pico della Mirandola, Cornelius Agrippa, Giordano Bruno, and John Dee.
Also examined is the cultural, literary, philosophical, and religious influence of esotericism, including the contemporary success of novels and films such as The Da Vinci Code, the Golden Compass, and conclude by touring the esoteric designs of the Manitoba Legislative Building.
July 28 - August 25, 2008 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
The University of Winnipeg
515 Portage Avenue,
Centennial Hall - Room 4C84
Special Course Fee: $300
Text book: Western Esotericism: A Brief History of Secret Knowledge
Upon completion of this course, students become eligible for degree transfer credit at The University of Winnipeg.
Contact Nancy, 982.1811 for more details or to register, phone 982.6633.