The Lives of the Necromancers

""The Lives of the Necromancers"" is a book written by William Godwin that provides a comprehensive account of the most prominent individuals in history who have claimed or have been accused of practicing necromancy. The book spans across different ages and cultures, from ancient Greece to medieval Europe and beyond. Godwin explores the lives of these individuals, including their beliefs, practices, and the consequences of their actions. He also examines the societal attitudes towards necromancy and the impact it had on the individuals and their communities. The book is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of magic and the occult.1876. Partial list of Contents: Ambitious Nature of Man; Examples of Necromancy and Witchcraft from the Bible; Greece; Rome; Revolution Produced in the History of Necromancy and Witchcraft Upon the Establishment of Christianity; History of Necromancy in the East; Dark Ages of Europe; Communication of Europe and the Saracens; Revival of Letters; and Sanguinary Proceedings Against Witchcraft.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.