All About History – History of Magic is a historical magazine special credited to April Madden, published by Future Publishing in 2019. It examines the place magic has held in human societies, from ancient beliefs and classical civilisations to medieval life and later occult movements. Rather than treating magic simply as fantasy, the publication considers its historical connections with religion, culture and the development of scientific thought. It is likely to interest UK readers who enjoy accessible history, unusual historical subjects and the changing ways people have understood the world around them.
All About History – History of Magic – History of Magic: Book Information
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Book Title
All About History – History of Magic
Alternative Title
History of Magic: Discover the Spellbinding True Story of Magic
Author
April Madden
Co-writer
Publication Year
2019
Issue
July 2019
Publisher
Future Publishing
Genre
Popular history, magic, witchcraft and occult history
Language
English
Page Count
Approximately 132–134 pages
Original Format
Magazine / special issue
Digital Availability
Scribd listing provided by the user
Main Subject
The history of magic and magical beliefs
Historical Scope
Ancient societies through later historical and occult movements
Key Topics
Alchemy, witchcraft, pagan beliefs, Renaissance magic and occult traditions
Historical Figures
John Dee, Hermes Trismegistus, Éliphas Lévi and Aleister Crowley
Intended Audience
Readers interested in history, folklore, religion and occult traditions
Writing Style
Popular-history magazine format
Main Appeal
Explores how magical beliefs have appeared in different historical and cultural settings
Potential Limitation
Readers seeking detailed academic research may want additional specialist sources
Book Review Verdict
Potentially interesting for readers curious about the historical side of magic
The subject offers a different perspective on the past.
Students exploring historical beliefs
Yes
It provides a starting point for further research.
Readers seeking an academic, specialist study
Maybe
They may need more detailed scholarly sources.
Readers looking for a fantasy story or practical magic guide
No
This publication is presented as history, not fiction or a spellbook.
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