Magic & Witchcraft: From Shamanism to
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Magic & Witchcraft: From Shamanism to by Neville Drury
Beginning with shamanism, this book explores myth and magic in the ancient world, the quest for gnosis, or sacred esoteric knowledge, and the emergence of the kabbalah, alchemy, and the Hermetic tradition. It then describes the rise of medieval witchcraft, the origins of the tarot, and the secret philosophy of the Freemasons and Rosicrucians. The Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn, started in Britain in 1888, led to a 20th-century revival that extends into the present millennium. The influence of controversial occultist Aleister Crowley, the rebirth of witchcraft and goddess worship, the emergence of contemporary satanism, the revival of interest in shamanism and indigenous spirituality, and the intriguing connection between digital magic and cyberspace are all explored here in detail.
'A comprehensive yet accessible guide to magic and witchcraft.. a well researched history with a refreshingly global perspective... Drury writes well and never loses sight of the big picture' - Publishers Weekly
Nevill Drury has an MA in anthropology and is a noted authority on all aspects of magic and shamanism. He has written over forty books on the subject, including The Shaman's Quest, Exploring the Labyrinth, Sacred Encounters and The Dictionary of the Esoteric.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780500285145 |
| ISBN 10 | 0500285144 |
| Title | Magic & Witchcraft: From Shamanism to |
| Author | Neville Drury |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Thames & Hudson Ltd |
| Year published | 2004-10-25 |
| Number of pages | 240 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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