ETRUSCAN MAGIC AND OCCULT REMEDIES
Book Details + Condition: University Books (New Hyde Park, NY). First Edition thus, 1963 (originally published in 1892). Hardcover with dust jacket. 375 pages with Index. Illustrated. Author and celebrated folklorist Charles Godfrey Leland explores the mystical and magical practices of the ancient Etruscans, a civilization that predates and profoundly influenced the Romans and other cultures. Drawing on extensive research, Leland examines Etruscan magic, folklore, and healing practices, unveiling the rich spiritual heritage of this enigmatic people. Part One of the book offers a complete and detailed insight in the Etruscan and Roman rooted pantheon of the Tuscan Streghe (witches). Part Two describes many of their spells, incantations, sorcery and several lost divination methods.
Firm binding; rubbed corners and edges; chafed spine ends; age-spotting to text block (not interior); toned pages; interior is clean and free of markings. Original dust jacket shows normal aging and wear, at edges and corners; it retains the original price.
