Magic and Mystery: Popular History by Alfred Thompson

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“Magic and Mystery: Popular History is a book by Alfred Thompson, first published in 1894. It offers a broad yet concise survey of magical and supernatural practices, exploring subjects such as astrology, alchemy, folk superstition, mythological creatures, ghost lore, divination, witchcraft, and religious beliefs. Written from a rationalist, often skeptical perspective typical of the late Victorian era, it compiles folklore and critically examines the lingering presence of superstition in modern life. Its accessible approach made it a notable contribution to popular occult studies of its time, appealing to both curious readers and emerging scholars of anthropology and folklore.

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