At a Glance
- Written by Liz Williams
- Seven themed chapters, opening with an introduction to occult practices
- Covers alchemy, hermeticism, demonology and medieval grimoires
- Talismans, charms, curses, secret societies, sacred sites and divination
- Illustrated throughout with symbols, maps, archive photography and ancient texts
- 256 pages, hardcover
How to Use It
A reference book earns its place by being opened, not by being finished.
- Start with the chapter that answers the question you already have. Reference works reward curiosity over order.
- Keep it near your altar, desk or reading chair — somewhere you will actually reach for it.
- Mark the pages you return to. The passages you revisit are the ones your practice is built on.
- Read one entry before a ritual or a study session to set the frame for what follows.
Book Details
| Detail |
Specification |
| Format |
Hardcover |
| Pages |
256 |
| Dimensions |
1 x 10 x 7.7 in |
| Illustrated |
Yes |
| Published |
February 4, 2025 |
| Author |
Liz Williams |
✨ Temple Tip
Read the introduction first, then jump straight to the chapter on talismans and charms. Bringing an object you already own to that chapter turns reading into practice within a single sitting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a beginner's book?
It opens with an introduction to occult practices before moving into its seven themed chapters, so it works as a starting point as well as a reference.
Is it illustrated?
Yes — symbols, maps, archive photography and ancient texts run throughout its 256 pages.
What subjects does it cover?
Alchemy and hermeticism, demonology, medieval grimoires, talismans and charms, curses, secret societies, sacred sites, and divination, rites and rituals across the world.
Who wrote it?
Liz Williams is the author of Compendium of the Occult.
How quickly does it ship?
Ships within 3 business days, packed to protect the corners and the spine.
Seven chapters, one long lineage, and a great deal you were never told. #TempleOfDesire
