Occult Book

A Chronological Journey from Alchemy to Wicca

By John Michael Greer | Publisher: Union Square & Co.

About the book

Explore the occult from ancient times to the modern day with one of its most respected scholars and practitioners.
Take an enlightening journey through occult history, exploring 100 dramatic incidents, arcane knowledge, and key historical figures from around the world. John Michael Greer delves into two millennia of tradition, from the earliest alchemists to pagan rituals; from the Philosopher’s Stone to Cabala, the first tarot, and the Knights Templar; and from the first horoscopes to fortune-telling trials and the birth of modern witchcraft, or Wicca. Each entry features a stunning image or intriguing item of ephemera.

Editions of Occult Book

Hardcover
ISBN 9781454925774
EBook
ISBN 9781454925781

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Explore the occult from ancient times to the modern day with one of its most respected scholars and practitioners.
Take an enlightening journey through occult history, exploring 100 dramatic incidents, arcane knowledge, and key historical figures from around the world. John Michael Greer delves into two millennia of tradition, from the earliest alchemists to pagan rituals; from the Philosopher’s Stone to Cabala, the first tarot, and the Knights Templar; and from the first horoscopes to fortune-telling trials and the birth of modern witchcraft, or Wicca. Each entry features a stunning image or intriguing item of ephemera.

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What is Occult Book about?

Explore the occult from ancient times to the modern day with one of its most respected scholars and practitioners.
Take an enlightening journey through occult history, exploring 100 dramatic incidents, arcane knowledge, and key historical figures from around the world. John Michael Greer delves into two millennia of tradition, from the earliest alchemists to pagan rituals; from the Philosopher’s Stone to Cabala, the first tarot, and the Knights Templar; and from the first horoscopes to fortune-telling trials and the birth of modern witchcraft, or Wicca. Each entry features a stunning image or intriguing item of ephemera.

What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Occult Book?

Health, Relationships and Personal development > Mind, body, spirit

Where can I read a sample of Occult Book?

You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781454925774

Is Occult Book part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?

Yes it is a part of series Union Square & Co. Chronologies

Who is/are the Author/s of the book Occult Book?

John Michael Greer

Who is the Publisher of the book Occult Book?

Union Square & Co.

What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?

Occult Book is available as hardcover(ISBN 9781454925774) and ebook(ISBN 9781454925781)

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