The History Of The Devil

The History of the Devil: Ancient and Modern in Two Parts is a book written by Daniel Defoe that explores the origins, evolution, and cultural significance of the concept of the Devil. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the Devil’s history in ancient times and the second part examining his role in modern society.Defoe traces the Devil’s origins to various mythologies and religions, including ancient Egyptian, Greek, and Roman beliefs. He also explores the Devil’s role in Christianity and how he has been portrayed throughout history as a tempter, deceiver, and enemy of God.The second part of the book delves into the Devil’s influence in modern society, including his role in literature, art, and popular culture. Defoe examines how the Devil has been depicted in literature, from Dante’s Inferno to Milton’s Paradise Lost, and how he has been portrayed in art, from medieval paintings to contemporary horror films.Throughout the book, Defoe provides a comprehensive analysis of the Devil’s significance in human culture and the ways in which he has been used to explain the existence of evil in the world. The History of the Devil is a fascinating exploration of one of the most enduring and complex concepts in human history.Part First, Containing, A State Of The Devil’s Circumstances, From His Expulsion Out Of Heaven, To The Creation; With Remarks On The Several Mistakes Concerning His Fall. Part Second, Containing, His More Private Conduct Down To The Present Times; His Government, His Appearances, His Manner Of Working, And The Tools He Works With. With A Description Of The Devil’s Dwelling.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.