This book is a study of the science of magic. The author, George William Septimus Piesse, was a chemist and perfumer who was fascinated by the idea of alchemy. The book covers a wide range of magical practices, from divination to the creation of talismans. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of magic, and in the relationship between science and the supernatural. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.