Modernism and the Occult

Modernism and the Occult by John Bramble, published by Palgrave Macmillan UK in January 2015, is a 178-page exploration of the connections between modernism and occult practices from 1880 to 1960. This edition presents a study that highlights the high imperial and exotic affiliations of modernism, offering insights into the engagement with various forms of ‘irregular’ and heterodox knowledge during this transformative period.

Readers will find a detailed examination of well-known figures from the modernist era, as the book delves into the intricate relationships between modernism and the occult. By tracing these historical connections, the text sheds light on how social history and religious influences shaped the modernist movement in Europe and beyond. This scholarly work invites readers to reconsider the complexities of modernism through the lens of occult practices and beliefs.