The Symbologist Magic: The Symbolic Origins of the Arcane Arts

By Michelle Snyder

Magic is not fantasy - it's history. In every culture, across every era, human beings have turned to symbols, talismans, beasts, and rituals to protect, to heal, to know the future, and to make sense of the unknown. This beautifully written volume explores the historical roots of magical practices around the world - from ancient Mesopotamia to medieval Europe, from cave art to court sorcery. In this rich and readable compendium, The Symbologist, with insights drawn from the extraordinary Archive of Dr. Robert Duncan-Enzmann, traces the origins and meanings of magical beasts, powerful objects, rituals, and symbols. Discover the ancient truths behind crystal balls, enchanted rings, amulets, tarot, unicorns, sphinxes, wands, and more. Each short entry weaves together cultural mythology, archaeology, and symbolism to illuminate the deeper patterns behind magical thinking. Whether you're a student of the esoteric, a lover of mythology, or simply curious about how our ancestors understood their world, Magic invites you to see with new eyes - to glimpse the mysterious forces that once shaped belief, power, and survival. Perfect for readers of myth, history, symbolism, and the occult, this is a journey into the hidden language of our ancestors - and a mirror of what we still seek today.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1300078111
• ISBN13: 9781300078111
• Release Date: July 2025
• Publisher: Lulu.com
• Length: 216 Pages
• Weight: 0.87 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.6" x 6.0"