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Binding
Hardback
Number of Pages
320
Age Group
All
Language
English
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Book Summary
This is a richly illustrated non-fiction history book about magic, witchcraft, and the occult. It traces centuries of belief, practice, and myth, from ancient rituals to modern interpretations. The target reader is curious adults and older teens with an interest in history, folklore, and culture, seeking a thoughtful, engaging learning experience.
Content is presented as an immersive illustrated reference. Its thoughtful narrative is paired with lavish visuals—more than 500 full-colour images—alongside quick-fact panels and sidebars that illuminate origins, key figures, deities, and different forms of divination. The journey moves from ancient animal worship and shamanic roots through alchemy and prophecy to contemporary explorations in Wicca, film, and literature, showing how magic has intersected with religion and art across cultures.
Readers will notice distinctive features: cross-cultural scope (from Japanese folklore to Indian traditions), myth-busting explanations, and a clear, accessible voice. Special sections explore oracle bones of ancient China, the Knights Templar, magic in the movies, and the practical side of plant lore with mandrake and belladonna. The layout combines timelines, maps, and concise fact panels to help you navigate complex ideas without feeling overwhelmed.
After finishing, readers gain a nuanced understanding of how magic and superstition have shaped cultures, art, and belief systems. It encourages curiosity, critical thinking, and a respectful, lifelong interest in the history of humanity’s relationship with the unseen.
Product Details
Author
Dk
Publisher
Penguin Random House
Number of Pages
320
Language
English
SKU
9780241386118
ISBN
9780241386118
Reading Age
All
Dimensions
22x2.7x26.2cm
Binding
Hardback
MRP: ₹ 1,399
₹ 1,190
₹ 209 Off