Publisher's Synopsis
The Book of Protection is a collection of charms compiled by Hermann Gollancz. This book is a fascinating exploration of the power of words and the ways in which they can be used to protect oneself from harm. The charms included in this book come from a variety of cultures and traditions, including Jewish, Christian, and pagan sources. Each charm is presented in its original language, with a translation and commentary by Gollancz. The commentary provides historical and cultural context for each charm, as well as insights into its meaning and effectiveness. The Book of Protection is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of magic and the ways in which people have sought to protect themselves from harm throughout the ages.1912. This work is edited and translated from Syriac manuscripts. Found within are three Codexes, presented in their native language and also translated into English. These Codexes contain a large number of incantations, charms, etc., all of which have been translated to the best of Mr. Gollancz' ability. In some cases, he makes tentative translations, as it appeared the original scribe meant to baffle all satisfactory interpretation. Many notes are included, explaining the various texts. Illustrated.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.
