The first ever history of magic books - or grimoires - from the ancient Middle East through to the modern day, from harmless charms and remedies to sinister pacts with the Devil. INDICE: Introduction; 1: Ancient and Medieval Grimoires; 2: The War against Magic; 3: Enlightenment and Treasure; 4: Across the Oceans; 5: Rediscovering Ancient Magic; 6: Grimoires USA; 7: Pulp Magic; 8: Lovecraft, Satan, and Shadows; 9: Epilogue; Further Reading; Notes; Index
- ISBN: 978-0-19-959004-9
- Editorial: Oxford University
- Encuadernacion: Rústica
- Páginas: 384
- Fecha Publicación: 23/09/2010
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés