The Book of Magic by Brian Copenhaver

The Book of Magic: From Antiquity to the Enlightenment by Brian Copenhaver — A fascinating anthology that traces the history of magical thought through more than a thousand years of Western tradition. From ancient philosophers and religious texts to Renaissance occultism and Enlightenment skepticism, this collection reveals how magic shaped science, religion, and culture. Edited and introduced by renowned scholar Brian Copenhaver, it is an essential volume for readers interested in philosophy, history, and the enduring mysteries of magic.