The Magus A Complete System of Occult Philosophy by Francis Barrett - February 2000

55 BILLION PAGES EXIST ON THE INTERNET, AND YOU'VE FOUND THIS BOOK... MAYBE IT'S NOT BY CHANCE.
THIS IS A RARE, LARGE-SIZED, UNABRIDGED 1ST EDITION BY THE PUBLISHER CONTAINING ALL THREE MAGICAL BOOKS IN ONE (THE COMPLETE BOOKS OF MAGICAL PHILOSOPHY). THIS BOOK WEIGHS OVER 3.5LBS AND MEASURES OVER 19'' WING TO WING AND 11.25 X 9''
HERE ARE "SOME" OF THE SUBJECTS DISCUSSED: GRIMOIRE, SPELLWORK, WITCHCRAFT, SORCERY, NECROMANCY, METAPHYSICS, NUMEROLOGY, THE CABBALA, ALCHEMY, MAGIC, DIVINATION, THE ASTRAL PLANE, CONJURING SPIRITS, MAGICAL CEREMONIES, HERBAL LORE, NATURAL AND CELESTIAL MAGIC, TALISMANIC MAGIC, CONSTRUCTING THE MAGIC SEALS, THE SOUL AND CONSCIOUSNESS, CEREMONIAL MAGIC, CREATION, ASTROLOGY, CABALISTIC MAGIC, ENCHANTMENTS, THE ORIGIN OF ALCHEMY, TRANSMUTATION, ANGELS, THE CREATOR, GOOD AND EVIL, THE CELESTIAL SPIRITS, THE MAGICAL PLANETARY TABLES, THE DIVINE NAMES, THE MANSIONS OF THE MOON, MYSTICISM, OTHER WORLDLY BEINGS, THE COMPOSITION OF TALISMANS, ASTRAL SPIRITS, MAGICAL POWERS, THE DIVINE EMANATIONS, THE NAMES OF SPIRITS, THE CHARACTERS AND SEALS OF SPIRITS, PROPHECY, THE MAGIC PENTACLES, ORACLES, INVOCATION OF SPIRITS, THE COMPOSITION OF THE MAGIC CIRCLE, EXORCISM, THE PENTACLES OF SOLOMON, THE PLANETARY HOURS, SYLPHS, NYMPHS, GNOMES, IMMORTALITY, THE SECRET MYSTERIES OF CEREMONIAL MAGIC, THE SUPERNATURAL, THE HOLY SEALS, THE MAGI, ANCIENT MAGIC, AND MUCH MORE
INCLUDING THE ORIGINAL ENGRAVINGS AND COLOR PLATES WITH THE ORIGINAL MAGICAL BOOKS FROM THE 1801 EDITION

Many books exist in occult literature, but none are as extensive and essential as the Magus. This collection of three books includes the first English translation of the books of magic, which were compiled over 220 years ago. In a sea of witchcraft and magic books, you may wonder which is best for you. What sets this book apart is that it is a complete compendium of magic and includes everything one would need to know about the occult arts without purchasing piles of books from different eras. To top it off, it is in the finest condition I have ever seen. If you are looking for a book of the occult that has it all, this would be the one. I would snag this before someone else does...

This book serves as a concise collection of knowledge about the Western magical tradition and stands out as a key resource for those interested in ceremonial magic. Authored by Francis Barrett, the book brings together a wealth of intriguing information sourced from various texts, including Cornelius Agrippa's Three Books of Occult Philosophy. Delving into realms like Natural Magic, Alchemy, Talismanic Magic, Cabalistic, and Ceremonial Magic, the book delves into the lives of influential figures like Albertus Magnus, Roger Bacon, and John Dee. Of particular note are the author's illustrations, inspired by ancient and mystical writings. Even in modern times, The Magus remains highly sought after for its valuable source material, serving as a significant reference for those studying various aspects of occult philosophy.

When first published in 1801, The Magus presented a complete study of the practice of ritual magic. It was compiled by Barrett from many different occult sources, such as Agrippa's work, the Heptameron, and various manuscripts of The Key of Solomon, in response to renewed public interest in magic and the ancient classic texts. As such, it was the first readily accessible English translation, or republication, of rare, long-out-of-print works. It was fundamental for many exploring the Western magic tradition at the dawn of the Victorian Occult Revival. The Magus is separated into three books, and this hefty volume contains everyone in a complete and unabridged edition.

The Book covers Natural Magic-the occult properties of animals, minerals, and vegetables, including the preparation of charms, potions, "monsters," and
sorcery; alchemy-the Philosopher's Magic and how to make it; transmuting, the origin and history of alchemy including famous alchemists; the nature of the elements, the spirit world, planets, numerology, astrology, and talismanic magic.
Book Il covers the occult powers and uses of magnetism, including an essay on the Weapon Salve and a comprehensive study of the cabala and ceremonial magic; includes divine names associated with cabala; use of the cabala to contact, summon, and bind spirits; names and descriptions of good and evil spirits along with the numbers, characters, and seals associated with them; construction of magic circles; and ceremonies of consecration, invocation, and conjuration.
Book III is a compilation of biographies of famous magi, cabalists, and philosophers, such as Zoroaster, Albertus Magnus, Doctor Dee, Raymond Lully, and many others. This is not just a relic but a valuable foundation for studying and practicing magic, empowering you with the knowledge of the past to shape your future.

"THE MAGUS, CELESTIAL INTELLIGENCER, IS A COMPLETE SYSTEM OF OCCULT PHILOSOPHY. IN THREE BOOKS:
It contains the Ancient and Modern Practice of Cabalistic Art, Natural and Celestial Magic, &.; the wonderful Effects that may be performed by a Knowledge of the Celestial Influences, the occult Properties of Herbs, AND THE APPLICATION OF ACTIVE TO PASSIVE PRINCIPLES. EXHIBITING THE SCIENCES OF NATURAL MAGIC; Alchymy, or Hermetic Philosophy; ALSO THE NATURE, CREATION, AND FALL OF MAN; His natural and supernatural Gifts; the magical Power inherent in the Soul, &c.; with a great variety of rare Experiments in Natural Magic: THE CONSTELLATIONS PRACTICE, or TALISMANIC MAGIC; The Nature of the Elements, Stars, Planets, Signs, &c.; the construction and Composition of all Sorts of Magic Seals, Images, and more The Virtue and Efficacy of Numbers, Characters, and Figures, of good and evil Spirits. MAGNETISM, AND CABALISTICAL OR CEREMONIAL MAGIC; In which the secret Mysteries of the Cabala are explained; the Operations of good and evil Spirits; all Kinds of Cabalistic Figures, Tables, Seals, and Names, with their Uses, &c. THE TIMES, BONDS, OFFICES, AND CONJURATION OF SPIRITS. TO WHICH IS ADDED Biographia Antiqua, or the Lives of the most eminent Philosophers, Magi, and more. The Whole is illustrated with a great Variety of CURIOUS ENGRAVINGS, MAGICAL AND CABALISTICAL FIGURES, AND MORE"

INTRODUCTION
"In this work, which we have written chiefly for the information of those who are curious in their inquiries into occult knowledge, we have, at a vast labor and expense, both of time and charges, collected whatsoever can be deemed curious and rare, regarding the subject of our (speculations in Natural Magic--the Cabala-Celestial and Ceremonial Magic---Alchemy--and Magnetism; and have divided it into two Books, sub-divided into Parts: to which we have added a third Book, containing a biographical account of the lives of those great men who were famous and renowned for their knowledge; upon whose authority this Science of Magic is founded, and upon what principles. We have annexed a great variety of notes wherein we have impartially examined the probability of the existence of Magic, both of the good and bad species, in the earliest and the latter ages of the world. We have exhibited many rare experiments during this Treatise, many of which, delivered in the beginning, are founded upon the simple application of activities to lives; the others are of a higher speculation in our history of the lives of philosophers. We have omitted nothing that can be called interesting or satisfactory. We have taken our historical characters from those authors most deserving of credit; we have given an outline of the various reports tradition gives of them, which are annexed notes, drawn from the most probable appearance of truth."

This book is in excellent condition, especially considering it is 24 years old. It has some very light shelf wear but is the nicest edition I have ever seen.

Francis Barrett (born probably in London around 1770–1780, died after 1802) was an English occultist. Barrett studied chemistry, metaphysics, and natural occult philosophy. He taught lessons in the magical arts and fastidiously translated Kabbalistic and other ancient texts into English, such as von Welling's Philosophy of The Universe circa 1735 from German (1801).