21.11.2023

“Necromancy in the Medici Library: An Edition and Translation of Excerpts from Biblioteca Medicea Laurenziana, MS Plut. 89 sup. 38” by Brian Johnson

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"On the tumultuous eve of the sixteenth century, as Girolamo Savonarola preached apocalypse in the cathedral of Florence and his protégé, the neoplatonic philosopher Giovanni Pico della Mirandola, breathed his last under mysterious circumstances, all while the army of a French king marched on the Italian peninsula, an anonymous Roman scrivener was putting the finishing touches on his masterwork. But it was neither an illuminated book of hours nor an encyclopedic chronicle of kingly deeds to which he set his pen, for this copyist was a magician, and his humble notebook contained a treasure trove of arcane knowledge — knowledge that might bring him wealth, power, even love...if he could bear the risks it...>>

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21.11.2023

“Self-Hypnosis: The Complete Manual for Health and Self-Change” by Brian M. Alman and Peter Lambrou (2nd edition 1993)

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"Self-Hypnosis: The Complete Manual for Health and Self-Change offers a step-by step guide to using hypnosis to better well-being and stronger self-control. For over two decades renowned therapist and author Brian Alman showed thousands of individuals how to use self-inductive techniques for relief from pain, stress, and discomfort. Self-hypnosis assists in meditation and fosters positive self-regard. The exercises in Self-Hypnosis are clear, concise and easily attainable. As an effective therapy in alleviating the pain of childbirth, medical and dental surgery, burns, and accidental injuries, hypnosis is practiced widely. Hypnosis in pain relief is a noninvasive and natural healing process. Self-Hypnosis makes this healing technique available to the lay reader."...>>

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20.11.2023

“In Pursuit of Physical Mediumship” by Robin P. Foy

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"Based on twenty-two years of research, this compelling and revelationary book contains spectacular eye-witness accounts of séance phenomena and dramatic communications from several famous people, notably Sir Winston Churchill, from the spirit world. The author’s quest began in 1973 when, out of curiosity, he joined a circle in the home of a local businessman and had his first experience of physical phenomena. A year later, he emerged elatedly from his first sitting with the medium Leslie Flint, ready to commit himself totally to the pursuit of the elusive physical phenomena of spiritualism. This book charts his progress through several home circles, the formation of the Institute of Spiritualist Mediums Link, the founding of the...>>

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19.11.2023

“Passions of Innocence: Tantric Celibacy and the Mysteries of Eros” by Stuart Sovatsky

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"Exercises based on yoga and chakra meditation teach you to transform sexual energy into spiritual and erotic fulfillment. Perfect for deepening a life partnership, gaining mastery over one's body, or healing the emotional scars of sexual abuse. Well-illustrated positions and techniques. In this extraordinary celebration of the erotic, Dr. Stuart Sovatsky introduces us to the Tantric art of sexual sublimation, in which sexual energy is redirected toward achieving higher awareness and an erotic satisfaction far beyond that possible through sexual intercourse. The potential reasons for exploring Tantric celibacy are many—including the desire to deepen a life partnership, to gain a new level of mastery over one's body, to heal the emotional scars of sexual abuse,...>>

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18.11.2023

“The Tao of Craft: Fu Talismans and Casting Sigils in the Eastern Esoteric Tradition” by Benebell Wen (scan)

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"For the first time in English, Benebell Wen reveals the rich history and theoretical principles underlying the ancient practice of crafting Fu talismans, or magical sigils, in the Chinese Taoist tradition and gives detailed instructions for modern practitioners who would like to craft their own Fu. Fu talismans are ideograms and writings typically rendered on paper and empowered by means of invocations, ritual, and transferences of energy, or Qi. Talismans can be used for many purposes, such as strengthening or weakening personality characteristics, finding love, earning more money, or easing emotional tensions in the home. The Tao of Craft shows how metaphysical energy can be harnessed to amplify, strengthen, weaken, dispel, or block other...>>

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