Martin Del Rio: Investigations into Magic (Social and Cultural Values in Early Modern Europe)

by P. G. Maxwell-Stuart

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An English translation of an important discussion of the occult sciences. The work deals not only with magic in all its forms, from the manipulation of angelic and demonic powers to straightforward conjuring and illusion, but also with witchcraft, alchemy, astrology, divination, prophecy and possession by evil spirits. In addition, Del Rio gives judges and confessors practical advice on the most effective ways of dealing with people who are accused of practising magic, and enlivens his whole discussion with anecdotes drawn from a range of sources, including his own experience.
  • ISBN10 0719049768
  • ISBN13 9780719049767
  • Publish Date 27 July 2000
  • Publish Status Out of Print
  • Out of Print 24 April 2008
  • Publish Country GB
  • Imprint Manchester University Press
  • Format Hardcover
  • Pages 304
  • Language English