The Practice of Magical Evocation (Franz Bardon)

Authors: Franz Bardon
Format: Hardcover ~ 260 pages
Publisher: Merkur Publishing, Inc.
Year: 1991
Condition: Good condition, cover slightly damaged

Rare find! First edition out of print!

The Practice of Magical Evocation by Franz Bardon is a detailed guide to ceremonial magic and spirit evocation. The book presents Bardon’s structured system for contacting and working with spiritual entities, including planetary intelligences and other non-physical beings. It outlines the ethical responsibilities, mental discipline, and preparatory training required before attempting evocation, emphasizing that such practices demand patience, self-control, and a strong foundation in magical theory.

A significant portion of the book is devoted to a comprehensive catalog of spirits, along with their attributes, symbols (sigils), and areas of influence. Bardon also provides instructions on creating magical tools, conducting rituals, and safely establishing communication with these entities.

Overall, it is considered an advanced text within Western esoteric traditions, primarily intended for serious practitioners rather than beginners, and is often studied alongside Bardon’s other works on hermetic magic.