A Natural History of Magick

By Poppy David
Illustrated by Jessica Roux

An enchanting illustrated guide to the hidden history, traditions and natural forces of magick.

Presented as a treasured scrapbook compiled during the 1920s by the fictional globetrotting naturalist Professor Conrad Gessner for his grandson, A Natural History of Magick invites readers to discover the secret magical world believed to exist all around us.

Filled with intricate illustrations, handwritten-style notes and fascinating folklore, this beautifully presented volume explores magical traditions, symbols, plants, animals and celebrations from cultures around the world.

Inside this book

• Different forms of magick, including divination, tarot, astrology, numerology and alchemy
• Powerful plants and their traditional magical properties
• Trees used for making wands and their symbolic meanings
• Familiars and how to choose a magical animal companion
• Seasonal celebrations, solstices and significant magical days
• Ancient scripts and secret languages used to communicate with the spirit world

Beautifully presented

• Detailed illustrations by Jessica Roux
• Gold foil-embossed cloth cover
• Decorative gold-edged pages
• Built-in ribbon page marker
• Designed to resemble an antique naturalist’s field journal

Perfect for

• Young readers fascinated by magick, mythology and folklore
• Fans of beautifully illustrated reference books
• Exploring traditional beliefs from around the world
• Gifting to curious readers and collectors
• Displaying as a special keepsake or coffee-table book

Product details

Author: Poppy David
Illustrator: Jessica Roux
Format: Hardcover
Pages: 64
Dimensions: 30.4 × 26.5 cm
Publisher: Quarto Publishing PLC
Imprint: Frances Lincoln Children’s Books
ISBN: 9780711260252