The Book of Black Magic and of Pacts by Arthur Edward Waite

  • Dark occultism
  • Forbidden rituals
  • Supernatural power

A Foundational Grimoire of Ceremonial Magic, Spirit Invocation, and Occult Knowledge

The Book of Black Magic and of Pacts is one of the most important works in the history of Western occultism. Written by Arthur Edward Waite, famed occultist, mystic, and co-creator of the Rider-Waite tarot, this classic text delves deep into the roots of ceremonial magic, grimoire tradition, and the practice of invoking spirits and constructing pacts.

Originally published in 1898 and later revised as The Book of Ceremonial Magic, this work offers a scholarly yet highly readable exploration of the most influential grimoires of Europe, including:

  • The Key of Solomon

  • The Lemegeton (Goetia)

  • Grimorium Verum

  • The Book of Honorius

Inside this occult classic, you’ll find:

  • A comprehensive analysis of magical rituals, tools, and symbols

  • Instructions for invoking angels and conjuring spirits

  • Discussions on black magic, necromancy, and magical pacts

  • Theological and ethical commentary on the use of ceremonial power

  • A synthesis of European magical traditions, from the medieval to the modern

Waite approaches the material with both academic rigor and spiritual insight, separating myth from history while preserving the symbolic richness of traditional magic.

Whether you’re a student of the esoteric arts, a practitioner of ritual magic, or simply fascinated by demonology and the history of the occult, this book is a cornerstone for any serious collection.

Unlock the structure and secrets of Western ceremonial magic—with one of its most iconic texts.

Additional information

Author

Arthur Edward Waite

Pages

259

Size

6 x 9 in

Collection

Esoterism & Occultism

Imprint

King Solomon

The Book of Black Magic and of Pacts by Arthur Edward Waite

  • Dark occultism
  • Forbidden rituals
  • Supernatural power

A Foundational Grimoire of Ceremonial Magic, Spirit Invocation, and Occult Knowledge

The Book of Black Magic and of Pacts is one of the most important works in the history of Western occultism. Written by Arthur Edward Waite, famed occultist, mystic, and co-creator of the Rider-Waite tarot, this classic text delves deep into the roots of ceremonial magic, grimoire tradition, and the practice of invoking spirits and constructing pacts.

Originally published in 1898 and later revised as The Book of Ceremonial Magic, this work offers a scholarly yet highly readable exploration of the most influential grimoires of Europe, including:

  • The Key of Solomon

  • The Lemegeton (Goetia)

  • Grimorium Verum

  • The Book of Honorius

Inside this occult classic, you’ll find:

  • A comprehensive analysis of magical rituals, tools, and symbols

  • Instructions for invoking angels and conjuring spirits

  • Discussions on black magic, necromancy, and magical pacts

  • Theological and ethical commentary on the use of ceremonial power

  • A synthesis of European magical traditions, from the medieval to the modern

Waite approaches the material with both academic rigor and spiritual insight, separating myth from history while preserving the symbolic richness of traditional magic.

Whether you’re a student of the esoteric arts, a practitioner of ritual magic, or simply fascinated by demonology and the history of the occult, this book is a cornerstone for any serious collection.

Unlock the structure and secrets of Western ceremonial magic—with one of its most iconic texts.

Additional information

Author

Arthur Edward Waite

Pages

259

Size

6 x 9 in

Collection

Esoterism & Occultism

Imprint

King Solomon

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