Curiosities of Occult Literature

By Christopher Cooke

Book Overview

Curiosities of Occult Literature is a comprehensive exploration of the world of the occult, written by C. Cooke. The book delves into the history, philosophy, and practices of various occult traditions, including alchemy, astrology, divination, magic, and witchcraft. The author provides detailed insights into the beliefs and practices of these traditions, as well as their influence on literature, art, and culture throughout history.The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of the occult. The first section covers the history of the occult, tracing its roots back to ancient times and exploring its evolution over the centuries. The second section delves into the various occult practices, including the use of talismans, divination tools, and magical spells.The third section explores the role of the occult in literature and art, examining the works of famous authors and artists who were influenced by the occult. The fourth and final section of the book looks at the modern-day occult revival, examining the rise of new age spirituality and the modern occult movement.Overall, Curiosities of Occult Literature is a fascinating and informative exploration of the world of the occult, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of its history, philosophy, and practices.1863. Contents: Zadkiel; Experiences; Fortune-telling; Bath Fortune-tellers; The Public Telescope; The Glamorgan and Cardiff Coal Company; The Emperor Life Assurance Society; A Plea for Urania; Press Criticisms; Futher Experiences; Crystals; The Solar System as it is; The Biological Review; The History of 10,000 pounds; A Trip to America; The Astro-Meterological Society; Death of the Prince Consort; and Astrology in a Nutshell.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162632186
• ISBN13: 9781162632186
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 290 Pages
• Weight: 1.11 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 7.5" x 9.3"