Publisher's Synopsis
""A Pictorial Anthology of Witchcraft, Magic, and Alchemy"" is a comprehensive collection of images and illustrations related to the world of witchcraft, magic, and alchemy. The book is written by Grillot de Givry, a French author, and artist who was fascinated by the occult and esoteric arts.The book is divided into three sections, each focusing on a different aspect of the subject matter. The first section explores the world of witchcraft, featuring illustrations of witches, familiars, and spells. The second section delves into the world of magic, showcasing images of magicians, sorcerers, and their tools of the trade. The third and final section of the book is dedicated to alchemy, featuring illustrations of alchemists, their laboratories, and the symbols and imagery associated with the practice.The illustrations in the book are sourced from a variety of historical texts and manuscripts, including grimoires, alchemical treatises, and witchcraft manuals. The images are accompanied by detailed descriptions and explanations of the symbolism and meaning behind them, making the book both visually stunning and intellectually engaging.Overall, ""A Pictorial Anthology of Witchcraft, Magic, and Alchemy"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and symbolism of the occult and esoteric arts. The book offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of witchcraft, magic, and alchemy, and is sure to captivate readers with its stunning illustrations and detailed descriptions.This is a new release of the original 1958 edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
