🧿 The Evil Eye: The History, Mystery, and Magic of the Quiet Curse 🧿
by Antonio Pagliarulo
A practical, modern-day exploration of one of the oldest, most universal, and storied forms of folk magic.
Antonio Pagliarulo explores the phenomenon of the Evil Eye: what it is, its origins and causes— and, most crucially, how to avoid, repel, and remove it. Rich with cultural anecdotes and traditions, mystical lore, and modern concepts, The Evil Eye offers practical advice for shielding yourself from the destructive and lingering power of this mysterious and persistent force.
The book:
- Defines the Evil Eye and traces its roots into antiquity and across an extraordinary breadth of cultures and traditions
- Shows readers how to diagnose the Evil Eye, how to cure it, and how to cast it on others
- Explores the use of amulets and talismans bearing the “Evil Eye,” including its remarkable prevalence in popular jewelry designs
- Includes the history and use of various talismans such as the Hamsa; the Italian cornicello and mano figa; the azabache stone; the Kabbalah red string; mirror pendants; and many others
Prevalent in nearly every culture, transcending time, boundaries, and enduring for millennia, the Evil Eye is an abiding facet of the human condition.
Like the Evil Eye itself, the magic and methods in this book are timeless. And now the magic is yours. May you always possess the sacred vision to heal, protect, and transform.
256 Pages | 6 x 9 inches | Softcover
Reviews:
“Finally, there is a book written by an actual practitioner, in plain language, with warmth and compassion, that takes the Evil Eye and the misery it causes seriously. If you have been wondering about the Eye; if you fear it or think you have been struck by it; if you feel drawn to Evil Eye jewelry, this book is for you. May it provide you with safety, relief, and happiness.”
—from the foreword by Judika Illes, author of Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells and Pure Magic: A Complete Course in Spellcasting
“I highly recommend Antonio Pagliarulo’s contemporary exploration of this ancient and globally recognized, yet persistently enigmatic subject viewed through the lens of his own culture and experience, as well as those of people from other cultures. His writing is approachable and relatable without skimping on the requisite academia. The Evil Eye: The History, Mystery, and Magic of the Quiet Curse is an excellent resource for anyone interested in folklore and folk magic.”
—Mary-Grace Fahrun, author of Italian Folk Magic: Rue’s Kitchen Witchery
“Having had the privilege of working with Antonio, I was given the ability to catch a small glimpse inside his craft as a practitioner of magic and as a writer. His ability to connect with his magic is as passionate and accurate as he is—a person who listens when the universe speaks. In his wonderfully and beautifully written book The Evil Eye, you will find a wealth of information and a thorough knowledge of magical workings. I do hope you enjoy this read as much as I did, and, like myself, will keep it in that special place in the library you visit often for reference.”
—Penny Cabot, reverend and green minister, high priestess of the Cabot Kent Hermetic Temple
