THE MYSTERIES OF MAGIC: A DIGEST OF THE WRITINGS OF ELIPHAS LEVI
Book Details + Condition: Scarce facsimile reprint from Kessinger Publishing Company (publishers of rare and out-of-print books on Alchemy, Freemasonry, Hermetic, Rosicrucian, and Occult subjects), circa 1990s. 523 pages, with b&w illustrations. The book is a compilation of the works of Éliphas Lévi (1810 – 1875), celebrated French author of occult literature and ceremonial magician. Includes a biographical and critical essay by Arthur Edward Waite. The world of magic is examined, with a focus on the hidden knowledge and secrets of the esoteric traditions. Contents include:
- Life of Alphonse Louis Constant
- Notes on the Mysteries of Magic as expounded in the Occult Philosophy of Eliphas Levi
- Threshold of Magical Science
- Doctrines of Occult Force
- Written Tradition of Magic
- Doctrine of Spiritual Essences, or Kabbalistic Pneumatics
- Ceremonial Magic
- Science of the Prophets
- Science of Hermes
- Key of Magical Phenomena
- Key of Modern Phenomena
- Religion of Magic
- Great Practical Secrets
- Thaumaturgical Experiences of Eliphas Levi
- Embodying the Spirit of the Author's Philosophy
- Three Credos of Eliphas Levi: Creed of the Magus
- Catholic and Magical Symbol
- Philosophical Credo
Firm binding; normal aging and wear to covers; interior is clean and free of markings.
