The High Magic of Talismans and Amulets
Tradition and Craft
- Hardcover
272 pages
- Release Date
5 January 2014
Summary
A comprehensive study of the use of talismans and amulets in the Western Mystery Tradition
- Provides an in-depth look at the medieval and Renaissance use of amulets and talismans, including the work of Agrippa, Albertus Magnus, and Athanasius Kircher
- Provides a full summary of the magical knowledge required to make an amulet or talisman, including the invocations required to activate their powers
- Reviews different kinds of amulets and talismans, from ancient jew…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781620552797 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1620552795 |
| Author: | Claude Lecouteux |
| Publisher: | Inner Traditions Bear and Company |
| Imprint: | Inner Traditions Bear and Company |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 272 |
| Release Date: | 5 January 2014 |
| Weight: | 467g |
| Dimensions: | 25mm x 152mm x 229mm |
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Critics Review
“This is the only talisman book you will ever need. In this expansive tome, Lecouteux has unified information never before assembled in one place. This book is a useful guide and a wellspring on the subject, drawing from cultures throughout time and around the globe. Here, given to the readers, are historical examples of famous talismans and amulets, their meanings and origins, and explanations on how to generate them.” * Maja D’Aoust, White Witch *
“Recommended to anyone interested in this topic. It doesn’t explain all the secrets of talisman-making, but it does sort out the specifics of materials, methods, and the evolution of talisman-making practices through the Middle Ages in Europe.” * Facing North, Elizabeth Hazel, July 2014 *
Claude Lecouteux
Claude Lecouteux (1943–2025) was a former professor of medieval literature and civilization at the Sorbonne and author of numerous books on medieval and pagan beliefs and magic, including The Book of Grimoires, The Tradition of Household Spirits, A Lapidary of Sacred Stones, and The Secret History of Poltergeists and Haunted Houses.
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