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All three books of Francis Barrett's superb compendium of occult
thought are presented in this single volume, complete with the
original charts and illustrations. Commencing with Magic, we are
offered a comprehensive accounts of its capabilities and the tools
needed for its use. Natural magic is defined, as are the many
philters and potions which may be created and imbued with its
essence. Various historical examples of magicians who had, for good
or ill, gained public notice for their practices are given. The
later chapters meanwhile concern the properties of magical stones
such as the legendary Philosophers Stone, and the arcane arts of
combining creatures of nature, and the sometimes monstrous results.
The Magus itself is termed the Celestial Intelligencer; beginning
with a basic account of the four elements, we traverse each in more
detail before delving into the more esoteric practices. The
symbolism of numbers and of the astronomical bodies of the heavens
are detailed, sometimes with charts.
Its author is as mysterious as its subject matter. The one
appearance of English occultist FRANCIS BARRETT (b. circa 1770)
upon the literary scene is this mammoth 1801 work, a complete study
of ritual magic, in practice and in its theoretical underpinnings.
Drawing on numerous works of the arcane and the occult, this
one-of-a-kind book ignited a fervor for magic, in all its forms, in
the Europe in the early 19th century, and may have even influenced
Joseph Smith, founder of the Mormon Church. Subtitling his tome
Celestial Intelligencer, Barrett promises here to present a
"complete system of occult philosophy," containing the "ancient and
modern practice of the Cabalistic art," and showing "the wondering
effects that may be performed by a Knowledge of the celestial
influences, the occult properties of metals, herbs, and stones."
Alchemy, talismanic magic, magnetism, ceremonial magic, the
conjuration of spirits... Barrett reveals the secrets of all these
disciplines, and more. Featuring all the original charts, diagrams,
and illustrations, and including Barrett's biographies of famous
occultists from Agrippa to Zoroaster, this is a fascinating work of
occult and cultural history.
THIS 134 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Magus a
Complete System of Occult Philosophy, by Francis Barrett. To
purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766134520.
THIS 134 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Magus a
Complete System of Occult Philosophy, by Francis Barrett. To
purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766134520.
1801. In this work, the author has collected many curious and rare
studies and ideas in regard to the subject of natural magic, the
Cabala, celestial and ceremonial magic, alchemy, and magnetism.
Selected contents: use of astrology, amulets and charms, stones,
alchemy, the four elements, magnetism, cabalistical magic, the
composition of the magic circle. Illustrated with number charts,
mystical alphabets, etc.
The Magus has proved to be the most sought after set of books on
magic and alchemy ever published. There is very good reason for
this. These books are powerful, and were considered so dangerous
that for many years, rare copies could only be found in certain
libraries, locked away from the general public and from those who
would use (or misuse) its power. The original set of books was
first published in 1801 by its author, Francis Barrett, who had an
extensive background in the medieval and occult sciences. He spent
many years of diligent study before releasing them. His premise for
the material, that is, before putting anything into these books.
Barrett first subjected the various theories to certain tests that
had to be "substantiated by nature, truth, and experiment" first.
They were written for those seeking the key to the philosopher's
stone and the powers of magic. The illustrations in this book were
taken from ancient and medieval texts, magical tables, planetary
tables, talismans and images of angels and demons. Book One covers
natural magic, amulets and charms, potions, precious stones,
lights, candies, alchemy, the philosopher's stone, transmulation,
the four elements, numbers, and planets. Book Two covers magnetic
powers, Cabalistic magic, the names of angels and spirits the
performing of invocations, conjuring spirits, magic circles,
receiving oracles in dreams, positive and evil spirits, and
concludes with a major biographical section on the great magicians
of history.
The Magus has proved to be the most sought after set of books on
magic and alchemy ever published. There is very good reason for
this. These books are powerful, and were considered so dangerous
that for many years, rare copies could only be found in certain
libraries, locked away from the general public and from those who
would use (or misuse) its power. The original set of books was
first published in 1801 by its author, Francis Barrett, who had an
extensive background in the medieval and occult sciences. He spent
many years of diligent study before releasing them. His premise for
the material, that is, before putting anything into these books,
Barrett first subjected the various theories to certain tests that
had to be "substantiated by nature, truth, and experiment" first.
They were written for those seeking the key to the philosopher's
stone and the powers of magic. The illustrations in this book were
taken from ancient and medieval texts, magical tables, planetary
tables, talismans and images of angels and demons. Book One covers
natural magic, amulets and charms, potions, precious stones,
lights, candles, alchemy, the philosopher's stone, transmutation,
the four elements, numbers, and planets. Book Two covers magnetic
powers. Cabalistic magic, the names of angels and spirits, the
performing of invocations, conjuring spirits, magic circles,
receiving oracles in dreams, positive and evil spirits, and
concludes with a major biographical sections on the great magicians
of history.
All three books of Francis Barrett's superb compendium of occult
thought are presented in this single volume, complete with the
original charts and illustrations. Commencing with Magic, we are
offered a comprehensive accounts of its capabilities and the tools
needed for its use. Natural magic is defined, as are the many
philters and potions which may be created and imbued with its
essence. Various historical examples of magicians who had, for good
or ill, gained public notice for their practices are given. The
later chapters meanwhile concern the properties of magical stones
such as the legendary Philosophers Stone, and the arcane arts of
combining creatures of nature, and the sometimes monstrous results.
The Magus itself is termed the Celestial Intelligencer; beginning
with a basic account of the four elements, we traverse each in more
detail before delving into the more esoteric practices. The
symbolism of numbers and of the astronomical bodies of the heavens
are detailed, sometimes with charts.
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The Loyalist (Paperback)
The Perfect Library; James Francis Barrett
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This Is A New Release Of The Original 1801 Edition.
This Is A New Release Of The Original 1801 Edition.
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