Modern Magic

"Modern Magic" by M. (Maximilian) Schele de Vere, investigates supposed extraordinary human abilities through a philosophical lens, questioning if magic is real, or merely superstition. The book dives into subjects like witchcraft and metaphysical powers, framing them as potential, yet misunderstood, human capabilities that go beyond the limits of science. Challenging readers to rethink what they believe about magic, the author proposes that these powers could be hidden within us, waiting to be discovered, and urges a careful look at the paranormal with an open rather than disbeliveing mind. The preface sets the tone for a quest to solve the riddle of magic, not as fantasy, but something interwoven with both our spiritual selves and the physical world around us, promising to convert uncertainty into understanding.