AGRIPPA, Henry Cornelius; Translated by James Freake. Edited & annotated by Donald Tyson.

Three Books of Occult Philosophy; the Foundation Book of Western Esotericism [ Llewellyn's Sourcebook Series ]

Woodbury MN: Llewellyn Publications, 2017. First hardcover edition, First printing. Hardcover. Thick quarto. lxxii + 938pp + 10pp. ads. Black papered boards, lettered in gilt. B/w illustrations. Index.The stated first printing of the first hardcover edition of this important edition of Agrippa's "Three Books of Occult Philosophy", extensively annotated and with commentary by Donald Tyson - author of "Liber Lilith". Agrippa's "Three Books of Occult Philosophy" is arguably one of the most important and influential books on Magic ever published: it has been cited (and plagiarized) constantly since its publication. John Dee is said to have practically memorized it, and familiarity with it is said to be crucial to an understanding of his Enochian system of magic, later explored and developed by members of the Golden Dawn, including their enfant terrible, Aleister Crowley. Just a hint of shelfwear but basically as new, thus a near-Fine copy, in near-Fine dust jacket. (Unclipped dust jacket now in mylar cover.) The first edition is already surprisingly scarce. Very large book - additional shipping to that automatically quoted will apply, the exact amount dependent on the destination and method of shipping selected. Item #74816
ISBN: 9780738755274

Price: $140.00