Magick Matters

“The Secret History of Hermes Trismegistus: Hermeticism from Ancient to Modern Times” by Florian Ebeling

"Hermes Trismegistus, "thrice-great Hermes", emerged from the amalgamation of the wisdom gods Hermes and Thoth and is one of the most enigmatic figures of intellectual history. Since antiquity, the legendary "wise Egyptian" has been considered the creator of several mystical and magical writings on such topics as alchemy, astrology, medicine, and the transcendence of God. Philosophers of the Renaissance celebrated Hermes Trismegistus as the founder of philosophy, Freemasons called him their forefather, and Enlightenment thinkers championed religious tolerance in his name. To this day, Hermes Trismegistus is one of the central figures of the occult―his name is synonymous with the esoteric. In this scholarly yet accessible introduction to the history of Hermeticism and its mythical...>>

“The God Theory: Universes, Zero-Point Fields, and What’s Behind It All” by Bernard Haisch

"On the one hand, we have traditional science, based on the premises of materialism, reductionism, and randomness, with a belief that reality consists solely of matter and energy, that everything can be measured in the laboratory or observed by a telescope. If it can’t, it doesn’t exist. On the other hand, we have traditional religious dogma concerning God that fails to take into account evolution, a 4.6 billion-year-old Earth, and the conflicting claims of the world’s religions. In The God Theory, Bernard Haisch discards both these worldviews and proposes a theory that provides purpose for our lives while at the same time is completely consistent with everything we have discovered about the universe and life...>>

“Teen Astrology: The Ultimate Guide to Making Your Life Your Own” M.J. Abadie

"Explains how astrology can help teens understand themselves and take charge of their lives. • The teen market is the fastest-growing segment of the book-buying public. • A perfect party book for teens everywhere. • No previous knowledge of astrology is necessary. • M.J. Abadie has published three previous bestsellers: Finding Love, Love Planets, and Child Astrology. Why an astrology book just for teens? This is the ideal time for them to learn to understand their own inner dynamics and go after the life they really want. And astrology is simply the best tool available for gaining insight into oneself and one's relationships with other people. Teen Astrology shows how the Sun represents outer personality, while the Moon reflects the...>>

“Cultivating Qi: The Root of Energy, Vitality, and Spirit” by David W. Clippinger (alternate rip)

"How can Qi offer you the means, tools and will to live a life of balance? Explaining what Qi is, where it comes from, how we use it, and how we can cultivate it in order to achieve wholeness and balance, this much-needed book combines knowledge and practice to explore all aspects of Qi, including its modern, everyday implications. The book not only covers the history of Qi, but also demystifies the vital philosophies and practices surrounding it. Filled with valuable information on how to recognise and cultivate Qi in order to increase your energetic capacity and return to a more efficient physical, emotional, and psychological state, it also illustrates Qi's central importance in meditation,...>>

“Astrology and Stock Market Forecasting” by Louise McWhirter

"Louise McWhirter, astrologer and financial analyst, was able to combine both her specialties by originating a new scientific theory of stock market forecasting. Her book is a superb source of techniques and information on financial astrology, and is of value to both students of astrology and economic analysts. This second edition is enhanced by a new foreword by Mary Vohryzek which defines the operation of this theory upon the investor's possibilities in the stock market."...>>