Virgil the Necromancer

Virgil the Necromancer Studies in Virgilian Legends

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""Virgil the Necromancer: Studies in Virgilian Legends"" is a book written by John Webster Spargo that explores the myths and legends surrounding the ancient Roman poet Virgil. The book delves into the belief that Virgil was a powerful necromancer who possessed the ability to communicate with the dead and perform supernatural feats. Spargo examines the historical context of these legends and their influence on literature and culture throughout the centuries. The book also explores the role of Virgil in occult and esoteric traditions, as well as his representation in popular culture. Through a comprehensive analysis of primary sources and scholarly research, ""Virgil the Necromancer"" offers a fascinating and insightful look into the enduring legacy of one of the most celebrated poets of the ancient world.1934. This volume is from the Harvard Studies in Comparative Literature with a focus on Virgil. Contents: The First Four Hundred Years; the Talismanic Art; Saint Virgilius?; The Pneumatical Sage; Virgil in the Basket; The Mage's Revenge; La Bocca Della Verita; Caesar's Sepulture; The Virgilius Romance; Iconography; Shades of Shadows; and Poeta Doctus et Magus.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.

Book information

ISBN: 9781161411980
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 566
Weight: 1188g
Height: 177mm
Width: 253mm
Spine width: 31mm