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The Fourth Book of Occult Philosophy
Cornelius Agrippa
This book is a milestone in Western magical practice. It was first translated into English in 1655 by Robert Turner. Often erroneously called a forgery, it is in fact six separate books in one, two of which are by Agrippa (1486-1535). One of them, Of Magical Ceremonies, is Agrippas clearest step-by-step formulation of how to perform an evocation, much more openly expressed than in his Three Books of Occult Philosophy. In addition, there is the key grimoire, Of the Magick of the Ancients, which clearly defines the different types of magic, focusing on the invocation of angels and of the Olympic spirits. The Heptameron by Peter de Abano is a complete, self-contained set of instructions for conjuration of spirits according to the day of the week. Also included is Villinganus work on the nature of spirits, illusions, prophecies, and miracles, and how they may be used. Two geomancies (one by Agrippa, and the other by Gerard of Cremona) complete the volume, which has been reset in modern type. Hardcover, bound in black cloth, bookmark ribbon. The 2003 edition by Trident books, Limited to 1000 copies. Good condition.
150 euros
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