exorcism

An exploration of exorcism in contemporary America, looking at the factors that have led to the boom in exorcisms since the 1970s, discussing the role of the popular entertainment industry in stimulating the exorcism market, and including interviews with exorcists and their clients, as well as firsthand observations of exorcism rituals.

Set in the Spanish colonial era, a doomed love affair takes place between a young girl who is thought to be possessed and the priest who is sent to oversee her exorcism.

Fifteen-year-old Ryan McIntyre is sent to St. Ignatius Catholic School where he falls under the spell of the popular Father Sebastian, an exorcist assigned to work with some of the school's most troubled teens.

Rin must confront the Impure King alone with the Koma sword.

With both eyes of the Impure King in their possession, Mamushi and Todo head for the temple that was once the center of the Myodha sect, but Mamushi remains unaware that Todo plans to resurrect the Impure King. As he prepares to face the Impure King, Rin learns more about Father Fujimoto's connection to Tatsuma and the origins of the Koma Sword.

Set in the Spanish colonial era, a doomed love affair takes place between a young girl who is thought to be possessed and the priest who is sent to oversee her exorcism.

Presents opposing viewpoints on the topics of demonic possession and exorcism.

Examines the history of and types of possessions, including spirits, poltergeists, and demons. Includes information about exorcising the devil.

Explores modern efforts to explain instances of demonic activity and possession and examines how people attempt to dispel demons through exorcisms. Includes full-color photographs, a glossary, and further reading sources.