Occultism, Witchcraft and Magic - An Illustrated History

Our belief in some form of magic accompanies us throughout history. In fact, in a world increasingly dominated by reason and science, the belief that occult or mysterious knowledge can give us access to another, hidden reality is very strong and increasingly widespread. This book is a vivid and fascinating history of things hidden, mystical and otherworldly, from the beginnings in the semi-darkness of Paleolithic caves to the bright lights of our digital age and the new interest in pagan traditions. Hundreds of illustrations from unexpected and unusual sources complement deep insights into cross-cultural themes and profiles of basic concepts from the history of magic, this is a magical and irresistible treasure trove of esoteric thought that can appeal to believers and skeptics alike.