Norman Cohn

Norman Cohn was a British historian and scholar, best known for his works on millenarianism and the history of European thought. His notable books include 'The Pursuit of the Millennium' and 'Europe's Inner Demons.'

Books

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  1. 1. The Pursuit of the Millennium

    This book provides a comprehensive historical analysis of millenarian movements in Europe from the 11th to 16th centuries. It delves into the social and psychological factors that led to the rise of these movements, which were characterized by the belief in an impending apocalypse followed by a new, heavenly order on earth. The author examines a number of these movements in detail, including the Crusades, the flagellant movements, and the Anabaptist kingdom of Münster, and argues that these millenarian ideologies were often used to justify violence and social revolution.

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