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The History of Magic: From Alchemy to Witchcraft, from the Ice Age to the Present by Professor Chris Gosden is a mesmerizing exploration that captivates the reader with its deep dive into the rich interplay between magic and human culture throughout history.
This award-winning title, recognized as a Telegraph Book of the Year, invites you to embark on a fascinating journey from ancient practices to modern beliefs. Gosden uncovers how magic has shaped and reflected our understanding of the cosmos and ourselves.
Delve into the compelling narratives and cultural significance of magic, featuring:
With over three decades of meticulous research backing his insights, Gosden presents an authoritative narrative on the evolution of belief systems. Notably, he reveals that approximately 75% of Westerners still engage in magical practices, from snapping wishbones to purchasing lottery tickets.
Esteemed figures like Simon Sebag Montefiore have praised this work as “fascinating, original, excellent,” making it not just a record of the past but a profound invitation to rethink our connections to the universe and the magical threads that weave through our own stories.
ISBN: | 9780241979662 |
Author: | Chris Gosden |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Penguin Books Ltd |
Publisher: | Penguin Books Ltd |
Dimensions: | 129 x 196 x 35 mm |
Publication Date: | 20 May, 2021 |
Pagination: | 512 pages |
Weight: | 402g |
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’