The History of Magic by Kurt Seligmann
Publication: [Circa 1950s] Pantheon Books
Originally published in 1948 as The Mirror of Magic, this work by Kurt Seligmann offers a clear survey of magical beliefs and practices from ancient times through the Renaissance and into the modern era. Seligmann (1900–1962) was a Swiss-born American Surrealist artist with a strong interest in the occult, known both for his unusual imagery and for his serious study of esoteric traditions. The book is well-regarded for its detailed history and illustrations showing the influence of magic on Western culture.
Condition: publishers black cloth boards, title to spine, jacket has some cresing primarily along the head of the spine and a coule of closed trears, overall a clean copy in Very Good condition