The Book of Black Magic and of Pacts

<p><p><strong><em>The Book of Black Magic and of Pacts</em> is Arthur Edward Waite's complete guide to ceremonial magic exploring arcane folklore occult rituals and the history of esoteric practice.</strong></p></p><p></p><p><p>Far more than a simple collection of spells this volume offers a scholarly examination of the philosophies symbols and ceremonial systems that shaped the Western magical tradition. Drawing from a wide range of rare manuscripts and texts Waite the renowned mystic and co-creator of the Rider-Waite-Smith Tarot deck examines subjects such as the antiquity of magical rituals the literature of ceremonial magic and the methods and mysteries of transcendental magic.</p></p><p></p><p><p>Regarded as one of the most comprehensive overviews of the occult ever written <em>The Book of Black Magic and of Pacts</em> remains an essential resource for students of magic and mysticism.</p></p>