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 21st-century literature cinema
and television. Providing readers with a comprehensive account of everything from Japanese
folklore and Indian witchcraft to the differences between black and white magic and dispelling
myths such as those surrounding the voodoo doll and Ouija the book explores the common human
fascination with spells superstition and the supernatural. This riveting read on witchcraft
includes: Engaging text and lavish illustrations with over 500 full-colour images that bring
the subject to life. Special features on aspects of magic such as oracle bones of ancient
China the Knights Templar and magic at the movies and "plants and potions" such as mandrake
and belladonna examine topics in great detail. Quick-fact panels explore magic origins key
figures key deities uses in spells structures of religions and more. The perfect
introduction to magic and the occult it explores forms of divination from astrology and
palmistry to the Tarot and runestones and offers key insights into the ways in which magic has
interacted with religion. The most comprehensive illustrated history of witchcraft available
A History of Magic Witchcraft and the Occult will enthral and fascinate anyone interested in
spiritualism and the occult.
