For those who wonder if there's a difference between a spell and a hex, a witch and an enchantress, and black magic and voodoo, this book will explain all. Even readers "in the know" will learn something new in this fascinating book about the characters and themes that pop up often in the world of fantasy. Fact boxes help break down fact from fiction, and colorful drawings illustrate the magical world that so many are curious about.
This fascinating volume delves into the history of witchcraft and demonology. Witchcraft and Black Magic gives an extensive history of what Montague Summers deems to be Satanic practises. First published in 1946, this handbook gathers vivid detail from a wealth of sources and references that enhance its overview of black magic. Montague Summers’ research explores numerous court records, personal accounts, and classic works of literature, as well as taking evidence from the Bible. A devout Catholic, Summers writes about witchcraft in great detail, examining historic events, such as the Salem witch trials, with a close eye. The chapters in this chilling volume include: - What is Witchcraft? How Does One Become a Witch? - The Familiar, in Human Shape and Animal - Witchcraft at Cambridge and Oxford - The Origins of Witchcraft - The Library of Witches - The Magus (1801) of Francis Barrett - Sympathetic Magic Complete with an introduction to the folklore and history of witchcraft, Read & Co. Books has republished this classic guide to black magic in a brand new edition. A must-read for conspiracy theorists and those with an interest in the historical background of witchcraft.
"This complete self-study course in modern Wicca is a treasured classic - an essential and trusted guide that belongs in every witch's library."---Back cover
Historical overview of demonology and the occult defines witchcraft and examines ceremonial practices, the casting of spells and conjuring, celebration of the Black Mass, and much more. A masterfully written, highly readable work.
For those who wonder if there's a difference between a spell and a hex, a witch and an enchantress, and black magic and voodoo, this book will explain all. Even readers "in the know" will learn something new in this fascinating book about the characters and themes that pop up often in the world of fantasy. Fact boxes help break down fact from fiction, and colorful drawings illustrate the magical world that so many are curious about.
Steven Brust's first three novels featuring assassin Vlad Taltos and his jhereg companion were collected in one volume as The Book of Jhereg. The Book of Taltos continues the adventure with books four and five in the series -Taltos and Phoenix. Vlad Taltos is an assassin unlike no other. Not only is he quick with a sword, but he also possesses a gift for witchcraft conjuring. The latest addition to his already formidable arsenal is a leathery-winged jhereg who shares a telepathic link with Vlad -making him twice as deadly The adventures chronicled in Taltos and Phoenix find Vlad accepting a job in the Land of the Dead, but a living human being cannot walk the paths of the dead and return, alive, to the land of men. Fortunately (or unfortunately, depending on your point of view), the Demon Goddess is willing to rescue him - if Vlad is willing to grant her a favor in return.
Wicca is synonymous in the minds of many with the words "witchcraft" and "black magic." Now, you can learn the real secrets of Wiccan Black Magic, including -- How Wiccans Use Black Magic -- When Wiccans Use Black Magic -- What Links Wicca Has to Ancient History -- The Secrets of "Voodoo Dolls" -- How To Avoid Karmic Backlash.
English translations of two important fifteenth-century writings on witchcraft by Johannes Hartlieb and Ulrich Molitoris. Introduction discusses the writings, the authors, their historical environments, the ways they used sources, and their influence on the development of ideas about witchcraft.
For anyone who has ever wanted to cast a spell or make a magic potion, this guide can show them how. It contains positive spells for love, money, friendship and personal empowerment and also how to make magic wands, cloaks, altars and more. Illustrations.
