The Lives of the Necromancers An Account of the Most Eminent Persons in Successive Ages Who Have Claimed for Themselves or to Whom Has Been Imputed by Others

The Lives of the Necromancers is a book written by William Godwin that provides an account of the most prominent individuals throughout history who have claimed to possess necromantic powers or have been accused of practicing necromancy. Necromancy is the practice of communicating with the dead or manipulating supernatural forces for personal gain. The book explores the lives of these individuals, their beliefs, and the impact of their actions on society. Godwin delves into the lives of notable necromancers such as Simon Magus, Nostradamus, and John Dee, among others. The book also examines the social and cultural context of necromancy throughout history, including its prevalence in ancient times and its gradual decline during the Renaissance. Overall, The Lives of the Necromancers provides a historical and informative account of the individuals who have claimed to possess supernatural powers throughout history.1876. Partial list of Contents: Ambitious Nature of Man; Examples of Necromancy and Witchcraft from the Bible; Greece; Rome; Revolution Produced in the History of Necromancy and Witchcraft Upon the Establishment of Christianity; History of Necromancy in the East; Dark Ages of Europe; Communication of Europe and the Saracens; Revival of Letters; and Sanguinary Proceedings Against Witchcraft.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.