The Occult Sciences

The Occult Sciences by Edward Smedley is a comprehensive guide to various practices and beliefs associated with the occult. The book covers a wide range of topics, including divination, magic, astrology, alchemy, and spiritualism. Smedley delves into the history and origins of these practices, as well as their use in different cultures throughout the world.The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of the occult. The first section provides an overview of the occult and its various branches, while the second section delves into the history of occultism and its influence on different societies. The third section explores the various tools and techniques used in occult practices, such as tarot cards, crystals, and meditation.The fourth section of the book focuses on the practice of magic and ritual, including spells, incantations, and ceremonial magic. The fifth section explores the role of astrology in the occult, while the sixth section delves into the practice of alchemy and its connection to the occult.The final section of the book focuses on spiritualism and the belief in communication with the dead. Smedley discusses the history of spiritualism and its connection to occult practices, as well as the various techniques used to communicate with the spirit world.Overall, The Occult Sciences is a comprehensive guide to the world of the occult, providing readers with a detailed understanding of its history, practices, and beliefs. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the occult or looking to explore this fascinating and mysterious realm.1855. Sketches of the traditions and superstitions of the past times and the marvels of the present day. This work contains a brief but comprehensive account of the occult sciences, and other matters of superstition or religious belief associated with them. It was the aim to combine as much historical and descriptive information as possible, with the great variety of subjects treated in this compendium. As a manual of general information, it professes to be circumstantial and exact as far as it treats any subject, but is not exhaustive in detail.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.