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The Magician's Companion: A Practical and Encyclopedic Guide to Magical and Religious Symbolism

(Paperback, 2nd ed.)


Publishing Details

Full Title:

The Magician's Companion: A Practical and Encyclopedic Guide to Magical and Religious Symbolism

Contributors:

By (Author) Bill Whitcomb

ISBN:

9780875428680

Publisher:

Llewellyn Publications,U.S.

Imprint:

Llewellyn Publications,U.S.

Publication Date:

8th September 2002

Edition:

2nd ed.

Country:

United States

Classifications

Readership:

General

Fiction/Non-fiction:

Non Fiction

Other Subjects:

Witchcraft and wicca

Dewey:

133.4

Physical Properties

Physical Format:

Paperback

Number of Pages:

608

Dimensions:

Width 178mm, Height 255mm

Weight:

1243g

Description

This "desk reference" is overflowing with a wide range of occult and esoteric materials on Eastern and Western magical systems. Over thirty-five magical models are compared and discussed. Begins with an introduction to magic, including a program of study so you can use any of the ninety-one systems described. Reveals the secrets of alchemy, magical alphabets, the chakras, the Tree of Life, astrology, and much more. It makes the ancient magical systems accessible, understandable and useful to modern magicians.

Reviews

If you have been involved with the practice of magic for some time, chances are you have lots of books on a variety of subjects: books on Enochian, astrology, the Qabalah, the chakras, the runes, and many more. If you're just starting out in magic, you may feel daunted at the number of books you think you may eventually want to study and buy.

Now you can have the greatest compendium of virtually every major magical system in the world in just one book, The Magician's Companion by Bill Whitcomb. This is the ultimate reference for all magicians. Whether you are a Wiccan, Witch, Thelemite, ceremonial magician, or follow any other tradition, you are going to find that The Magician's Companion is a must.

This book is more than just the leading sourcebook on spiritual systems from around the planet. As the world goes further into the Information Age, it is now more vital than ever to understand the symbols of the shaman, the magician, the mystic, and the alchemist, for in these symbols can be seen the shape of the mind and soul of humanity.

With this understanding comes tolerance and the world of the future. Take the next step toward creating your future by getting The Magician's Companion today.

Author Bio

Bill Whitcomb is in his early 40s and has been fascinated by magic, symbols, and language since childhood. He is active in exploring the limits of consciousness and human potential and has plans for several more books in these areas. He also writes fiction and is an enthusiast of surrealism and fantastic literature. Bill presently resides in Oregon where he works as a technical writer.

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