Occult: Decoding the Visual Culture of Mysticism, Magic and Divination Publisher / Across the River Press and Victoria Sponge

and Victoria Sponge

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opens her archive to reveal the details and layers that make up a room: from furniture and fittings

ensuring that the puzzle doesn’t fray

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Occult: Decoding the Visual Culture of Mysticism, Magic and Divination Publisher / Across the River Press and Victoria SpongeA clear, concise, and detailed historical exploration of the eclectic and arcane visual and material culture of the occult. Focusing on a carefully curated selection of esoteric art and artifacts, Occult explores the meaning and mystic power of occult manuscripts, ritual objects, and symbols from around the world. The author identifies five central elements of occultismalchemy, astrology, magic, mysticism, and divination. Key symbols are highlighted