The Book of Magic (Prospero's Library)

39 pp. "...the mystical significance behind such familiar symbols as the yin and yang, the Star of David, and the Egyptian ankh are revealed. How did Navajo shamans use sand paintings to restore health to the sick? Did King Solomon possess a flying carpet big enough to hold his entire army? ...delves into the meaning and history behind a variety of magical practices from around the globe. Provocative, full-color illustrations and photographs convey the symbolism of alchemy, witchcraft, numerology, and many other aspects of folklore and esoteric belief."