Fox, Mark(1996)Searching for the truth around the next twist: why do we like The X-Files?
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Abstract
The current popularity of the paranormal cannot be denied. An eclectic smorgasbord of unusual and anomalous phenomena, it encompasses everything from Near-death Experiences to UFO sightings, alien abductions, a fascination with all things occult and an often uncritical acceptance of New Age-related claims. The evidence of this popularity is clear for all to see. From the amount of shelf-space given to New Age, Mind-Body-Spirit and paranormal-related book titles in High Street bookshops, through to new and nearly-new television programmes which deal with the subject in serious and not-so-serious ways, the message is clear: parapsychology and the New Age have come of age. And of the many programmes – factual and fictional – which cater for the ever-growing band of enthusiasts, one of the most popular among the viewing public is the much acclaimed series The X-Files, created by Chris Carter.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Additional Information: | Series: RERC Second Series Occasional Papers;3. |
| Uncontrolled Keywords: | Experience (Religion) |
| Subjects: | B哲学。心理学。宗教> BF心理logy |
| Divisions: | Alister Hardy Religious Experience Research Centre > Second Series of Occasional Papers |
| Depositing User: | John Dalling |
| Date Deposited: | 02 Oct 2014 14:56 |
| Last Modified: | 23 Feb 2016 16:53 |
| URI: | http://repository.www.guaguababy.com/id/eprint/356 |
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