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A History of Magic, Witchcraft, and the Occult

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A global history of magic and the occult

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A global history of magic and the occult

Spanning ancient animal worship and shamanism through alchemy, divination, and modern Wicca, this illustrated history traces changing forms of magic, witchcraft, and superstition across the centuries. It also brings the subject into the present by covering the occult’s place in modern literature, cinema, and television. The broad scope connects historical practices with their continuing presence in popular culture, making the book a visual survey of a varied and often contested subject.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Adults interested in the history of witchcraft, magic, and superstition
  • Readers seeking an illustrated, broad-ranging introduction to occult traditions
  • Those curious about the occult in contemporary literature and screen media

Themes

History of witchcraft and magicShamanism and animal worshipAlchemy and divinationModern Wicca and occult popular culture

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Book overview

Discover the beguiling history of witchcraft, magic, and superstition through the centuries in this stunningly illustrated title.

A History of Magic, Witchcraft and the Occult charts the extraordinary narrative of one of the most interesting and often controversial subjects in the world, covering everything from ancient animal worship and shamanism, through alchemy and divination, to modern Wicca and the resurgence of the occult in modern literature, cinema, and television.


In this spell-binding book, you will find:


  • A complete global history of the subject
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