Semitic Magic: Its Origins and Development
THOMPSON, R. Campbell
ISBN 10: 0870681729 ISBN 13: 9780870681721
Published by Ktav, New York, 1971
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lxviii + 286pp., 8vo, blue cloth; neat pen name and phone number inside rear cover. New York: Ktav Publishing House, 1971. A very good (+) copy. Reprint of 1908 edition. Seller Inventory # 248231
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A study of magical practices including direct translations of spells, rituals, and incantations in ancient Western Asia, the birthplace of Western civilization. Using knowledge preserved in cuneiform incantation tablets from Assyria, aided by Rabbinic tradition, Syriac writings, and Arabic tales, Thompson tracks early magical practices through 3000 years to its vestigial traces in contemporary society. Smythe-sewn. Index. Appendix. these special editions go quickly!
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Title: Semitic Magic: Its Origins and Development
Publisher: Ktav, New York
Publication Date: 1971
Binding: hardcover
Condition: very good(+)
Edition: Reprint.