The History of Magic 2 Volume Set (Package)

Volume 1: Editor's preface M. H. Howitt; Author's preface; 1. Of magic and its branches in general; 2. Theoretical views on magic among the ancients; 3. Magnetism among the ancient nations, especially the Orientals, Egyptians, and Israelites; Index. Volume 2: 4. Of magic in mythology; 5. The magic of the Germans; 6. Mystic doctrines, and endeavours after a philosophical elucidation of the magic of the middle ages; Appendix: Apparitions; Haunted houses; Dreams; Second sight; Trance and somnambulism; Ecstasy; Prediction; Divination; Witchcraft; Vampires; Amulets and charms; Narcotics; Fairies; Spiritual manifestations.