Cosmic Symbolism, Being a Discussion and Exposition of Some Recondite and Obscure Points in the Art of the Kabalists, the Mysteries of Sound, Form and Number and the Basic Principles of Cosmic Symbolism.
London: William Rider and Son, Ltd, 1912. First Edition. Hardcover. Octavo. vi + 294pp + publisher's adverts. Navy cloth with gilt lettering and white borders to spine and upper board, gilt star design on upper board, panet design in blind on spine, b&w in-text illustrations. The scarce first edition of this work on cosmic symbolism, which the author feels underlies all aspects of occultism, and its manifestation in sound, form, number, Kabala etc. By 'Sepharial' (Dr. Walter Gorn Old, 1864-1929) the eminent English Theosophist, who gained fame for his works on astrology and numerology. Chapter headings: The Meaning and Purpose of Occultism; The Problems of Science; The Modern Miracle; Therapy-Ancient and Modern; The Star of Bethlehem; Cosmic Symbology; Reading the Symbols; Ancient and Modern Examples; A Typical Case; The Law of Cycles; The Time Factor in Kabalism; Involution and Evolution; Planetary Numbers; Some Further Kabalas; Planetary Sounds; Planetary Hour; Celestial Magnetic Polarities; Vulcan the Chain Maker; Alfridaries; In the Lumber Room; The Law of Vibrations; The Equalization of Epochs; Lunar Influence; Solar Influence; Astrology; Character and Environment; The Law of Sex; and A Test of Value. A bit of light general shelfwear, corners and spine ends bruised and lightly chafed, page edges darkened and lightly foxed, bookplate and some previous owner's details (partially erased) on front pastedown, pages toned but clean and unmarked. Overall a tight, clean VG+ copy. (no dust jacket). Scarce. Item #68738
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