Publisher's Synopsis
Essential Occult Writings is a comprehensive collection of some of the most important and influential texts in the history of occultism. Edited by Irving S. Cooper, this book includes writings from renowned figures such as Aleister Crowley, Helena Blavatsky, and Eliphas Levi, as well as lesser-known but equally significant authors such as Franz Hartmann and Arthur Edward Waite.The book is divided into five sections, each focusing on a specific aspect of the occult: Theosophy, Hermeticism, Ceremonial Magic, Witchcraft, and Miscellaneous. Within each section, readers will find a selection of texts that offer insight into the beliefs, practices, and traditions of each school of thought.Some of the texts included in the book are The Book of the Law by Aleister Crowley, The Key of Solomon by King Solomon, and The Secret Doctrine by Helena Blavatsky. Each text is accompanied by an introduction that provides context and background information, making this book accessible to both beginners and seasoned practitioners of the occult.Overall, Essential Occult Writings is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and practice of the occult. It offers a comprehensive overview of the major schools of thought within the field, and provides readers with a wealth of knowledge and insight into this fascinating and often misunderstood subject.Methods of Psychic Development; Theosophy Simplified; and Ways to Perfect Health.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.