Alfred Brauchle – Witchcraft from Past to Present 1993 Turkish Book Turkey

Alfred Brauchle – Witchcraft from Past to Present (Büyücülük) – OHM Yayınları Turkish Edition (1993)

Description:

This Turkish edition of Witchcraft from Past to Present (Büyücülük) by Alfred Brauchle was published by OHM Yayınları in 1993. Printed in Turkish, the book explores the history, symbolism, and cultural evolution of witchcraft and magical traditions from ancient civilizations to the modern era.

The work examines topics such as pagan rituals, folk magic, occult beliefs, medieval witch trials, superstition, and esoteric traditions across different societies. Drawing from mythology, folklore, religion, and cultural history, the book presents witchcraft as both a historical phenomenon and a symbolic part of human imagination.

Particular attention is given to how witchcraft was perceived during the Middle Ages and how fear of magic shaped religious, political, and social structures throughout European history. Themes such as forbidden knowledge, spirituality, ritual practices, fear, and transformation appear throughout the work.

Combining historical research with mythological and occult subjects, the book serves as an accessible introduction to the cultural history of magic and supernatural belief systems. It is especially appealing for readers interested in mythology, folklore, esotericism, and alternative spiritual traditions.

Key Features:

• Author: Alfred Brauchle

• Original Title: Witchcraft from Past to Present

• Turkish Title: Büyücülük

• Publisher: OHM Yayınları

• Publication Date: 1993

• Language: Turkish

• Format: Paperback

• Genre: Occult Studies; Mythology; Cultural History; Folklore

• Subject: Historical and cultural development of witchcraft traditions

• Literary Content: Witchcraft history; Magical rituals; Occult symbolism; Folk beliefs

• Themes: Magic; Superstition; Spirituality; Fear; Forbidden knowledge; Transformation

• Cultural Scope: European, Near Eastern, and pagan folk traditions

• Historical Focus: Ancient magic traditions; Medieval witch trials; Esoteric practices

• Educational Value: Introductory work on the history and symbolism of witchcraft

• Collector Appeal: Turkish occult and mythology reference edition