Often included as a third book or supplement, this section provides biographies of famous historical magi and philosophers, including Zoroaster, Hermes Trismegistus, and Roger Bacon. Historical Significance and Influence
Delves into more complex operations like talismanic magic, magnetism, and the conjuration of spirits. It includes Barrett's unique "roster of devils," where he altered traditional hierarchies, notably making Satan a "prince of deluders". The Magus I by Francis Barrett
The Magus: A Complete System of Occult Philosophy - Goodreads Often included as a third book or supplement,
The work is primarily a massive compilation of earlier, rare magical texts that Barrett translated and synthesized to make them accessible to a wider audience. The Magus: A Complete System of Occult Philosophy
Focuses on the "occult properties" of the natural world, including animals, minerals, and vegetables. It details the preparation of charms, potions, and the theoretical and practical underpinnings of alchemy, such as the creation of the Philosopher’s Stone.