This classic text describes the many afflictions said to result from being given the “evil eye”—as recorded in the days of the ancient Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans up to the late 19th century. A thorough study of the notion about harmful or bewitching stares, it focuses on superstition and folklore surrounding the use of gestures, amulets, incantations, and other protective acts to ward off power of the evil eye. Enhanced with hundreds of illustrations of evil-preventing charms—from the author’s personal collection—this in-depth study will appeal to students and scholars of folklore and anyone intrigued by tales of the supernatural. 199 illus.
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The Malleus Maleficarum of Heinrich Kramer and James Sprenger by Montague Summers Full text of most important witchhunter's "bible," used by both Catholics and Protestants. First published in 1486, the book includes everything known at the time about cults, illicit sex, dealings with the devil, and more.
Witchcraft, Magic and Alchemy by Emile Grillot de Givry Historical tour of the occult offers a captivating exploration of sorcery and ceremonial magic. Its 375 rare black-and-white illustrations depict possession and exorcism, curses, Kabbalah, tarot, witches' sabbath, alchemy, more.
An Examen of Witches by Henry Boguet, Montague Summers Compiled in the 16th century by France's most ruthless inquisitor, this is the definitive witch-hunter's handbook. It recounts the accusations and trials that led to the deaths of countless victims.
