Histoire de la magie by Éliphas Lévi
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"Histoire de la magie" by Éliphas Lévi is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book explores the intricate and multi-faceted nature of magic, examining its roots and evolution throughout history, from ancient practices to modern interpretations. Lévi presents a comprehensive look at magic as both a science and an art, framing it within a wider context of human spirituality and understanding. The opening of the book serves as an
introduction to Lévi's exploration of magic, where he challenges common misconceptions that conflates magic with mere trickery or superstition. He asserts that true magic is a profound science, deeply embedded in a philosophical and religious framework, and connects with the essence of the divine. Lévi establishes that the understanding of magic requires an open mind and a serious approach, as he aims to reveal the truths behind magical practices while reaffirming the significance of faith and reason in the pursuit of knowledge. This sets the stage for a deeper investigation into the historical practices of magic and its relationship with different cultures and religions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Lévi, Éliphas, 1810-1875 |
|---|---|
| Title | Histoire de la magie |
| Credits |
Produced by R. Cedron, Rénald Lévesque and the Online Distributed Proofreaders Europe at dp.rastko.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 61.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | BF: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Psychology, Philosophy, Psychoanalysis |
| Subject | Magic -- History |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 21013 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-21013-1 |
| Release Date | Apr 8, 2007 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1055 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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