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Series XII: Spiritual and Esoteric (New Age) Periodicals, 1901-2007

 Series

Scope and Contents

Series XII: Spiritual and Esoterica (New Age) Periodicals (1901-2007) contains periodicals that focused on spiritualism, esotericism, occultism, Eastern religions, or other topics that have been historically viewed as "New Age" within the context of 21st century United States. This series was originally named New Age Periodicals and arranged accordingly but was renamed due to the limited nature of labeling interests and beliefs as New Age. Subject matter of these periodicals include alternative health and medicine, alchemy, philosophy, religion, occultism, spiritualism, and alternative lifestyles such as nudism. This series contains periodicals that Kunkin served as editor. This includes Essentia, Whole Life Times. Life Extension, and Journal of the Senses.

Dates

  • 1901-2007

Conditions Governing Access

Certain material is restricted from public access. Specific boxes are identified on the series level.

Extent

From the Collection: 330 Linear Feet

From the Collection: 551 boxes

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Creator

Repository Details

Part of the California State University Dominguez Hills, Gerth Archives and Special Collections Repository

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