National Geographic's Book of Magic and the Occult windrose The botanically inspired Minor Arcana

The botanically inspired Minor Arcana also follows themes of nature

Beware the seduction of ultimate power - megalomania will bring about your own downfall

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National Geographic's Book of Magic and the Occult windrose The botanically inspired Minor ArcanaBlending the allure of the supernatural with keen historical insights and more than 500 photos, this enchanting chronicle of magic around the world will bewitch skeptics and true believers alike. Magic and the occult have held humanity in their thrall for thousands of years. This sweeping history traces its origins across time and culturefrom the protective amulets of ancient Egypt to ceremonial magic in India, Celtic paganism to modern magic tricks.