"Immerse yourself in the history of the occult esoteric and arcane with this illustrated
cabinet of curiosities. In Compendium of the Occult readers will delve into the full history
of this fascinating often secretive belief system from its ancient origins to contemporary
practices gaining insight into the beliefs that underlie the occult throughout history.
Explore alchemy and hermeticism demonology and medieval grimoires using symbols maps
archive photography and ancient texts. In seven themed chapters the book examines the use of
talismans and charms the practice of casting curses secret societies and sacred sites
divination rites and rituals across the world starting with an introduction to occult
practices"--
