Ancient Egyptian Magic: The First Authoritative Work on Occult Practices, Spells, and Ancient Religions

Brier, Bob

ISBN 10: 0688007961 / ISBN 13: 9780688007966

Published by William Morrow Paperbacks (edition First Paperback Edit), 1998

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Synopsis:

Ancient Egyptian Magic is the first authoritative modern work on the occult practices that pervaded all aspects of life in ancient Egypt. Based on fascinating archaeological discoveries, it includes everything from how to write your name in hieroglyphs to the proper way to bury a king, as well as:

• Tools and training of magicians

• Interpreting dreams

• Ancient remedies for headaches, cataracts, and indigestion

• Wrapping a mummy

• Recipes for magic potions and beauty creams

• Explanations of amulets and pyramid power

• A spell to entice a lover

• A fortune-telling calendar

These subjects and many more will appeal to everyone interested in Egyptology, magic, parapsychology, and the occult; or ancient religions and mythology.

About the Author:

Bob Brier is a world-famous Egyptologist who has conducted research on pyramids and tombs in fifteen countries. A senior research fellow at the C.W. Post campus of Long Island University, he is the author of seven books, including The Murder of Tutankhamen, and hosted the Great Egyptian series for the Learning Channel.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Ancient Egyptian Magic: The First ...
Publisher: William Morrow Paperbacks (edition First Paperback Edit)
Publication Date: 1998
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Very Good
Edition: First Paperback Edit.