William Howitt Boeken

This book explores the history of magic and its influence on culture, religion, and science. It covers a wide range of topics including alchemy, witchcraft, divination, and spiritualism, and includes illustrations and accounts of famous magicians and their feats.

For over a decade, Howitt's Journal was a leading voice of the British literati, featuring contributions from many of the era's most influential writers and thinkers. Edited by the husband-and-wife team of Mary and William Howitt, the journal covered a wide range of topics, from literature and art to science and social reform. This collection of essays, poems, and reviews is a treasure trove of Victorian intellectualism, offering insights into the cultural landscape of a rapidly changing world.

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