A comprehensive study of the use of talismans and amulets in the Western Mystery Tradition * Provides an in-depth look at the medieval and Renaissance use of amulets and talismans, including the work of Agrippa, Albertus Magnus, and Athanasius Kircher * Provides a full summary of the magical knowledge required to make an amulet or talisman, including the invocations required to activate their powers * Reviews different kinds of amulets and talismans,...