The Varieties of Religious Experience by William James
This book is an exploration of the diverse range of religious experiences, from the mainstream to the mystical. The author applies a psychological and philosophical approach, examining the individual, personal experiences of spirituality rather than organized religion. The book covers topics such as conversion, saintliness, and mysticism, and argues that religious experiences, rather than religious institutions, should be the primary focus of religious study.
The 472nd greatest book of all time
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Total Points: 743
Since this book was first published in 1902, there is a penalty of 0%. The age adjusted score is 743.0.
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