02513cam a22003373u 4500 38448 UtSlPG 20260610133857.0 m cr n 260607r2011||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 28003269 UtSlPG en iso639-1 BF Schele de Vere, M. (Maximilian), 1820-1898 Modern Magic Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2011 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2011-12-30 Witchcraft -- Black and white magic -- Dreams -- Visions -- Ghosts -- Divination -- Possession -- Magnetism -- Miraculous cures -- Mysticism. Produced by Chris Curnow, Cathy Maxam and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "Modern Magic" by M. Schele de Vere is a philosophical exploration of mystical phenomena and beliefs, likely written in the late 19th century. The work examines the notion of magic as a potential manifestation of human powers that transcend ordinary natural laws, positioning itself within the context of both scientific inquiry and spiritual understanding. The subject matter delves into various aspects of what is commonly perceived as magic, such as witchcraft, necromancy, and the metaphysical abilities attributed to human beings. The opening of the book sets the stage for an exploration into the nature of magic, emphasizing the importance of discerning truth from superstition. Schele de Vere argues for the validity of extraordinary human abilities, suggesting that these powers can lie dormant or be mischaracterized as mere delusions. The preface lays a solid philosophical foundation, inviting readers to reconsider established perceptions of magic and encouraging thoughtful examination of spiritual phenomena. It addresses the intersection of spirituality and the material world, ultimately suggesting a deeper relationship between mankind and the mysteries of nature, hinting at a journey from skepticism toward enlightenment. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Magic Occultism https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/38448 79287 79287