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Modern Magic

Modern Magic

By: Maximilian Schele De Vere
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 M. (Maxamilian) Schele de Vere, born in Sweden in 1820, was a renowned professor of modern language at the University of Virginia, where he taught for over half a century. Although he authored numerous works mainly focused on language, one of his final publications, Modern Magic, takes a captivating turn toward the realm of the occult. In the preface, he reflects on the purpose of our earthly existence, emphasizing not only our duty to seek salvation but also our quest to master the tangible world around us. He invites readers to explore the hidden laws and phenomena that influence our lives, urging us to strip away the delusions that cloud our understanding and to classify these extraordinary occurrences with care and precision. Join us as we delve into this intriguing exploration of the unseen forces that shape our reality. - Summary by CaptainKetchupCopyright Politics, Philosophy, Religion
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  • 023 - Mysticism

    023 - Mysticism
    Feb 9 2026
    M. (Maxamilian) Schele de Vere, born in Sweden in 1820, was a renowned professor of modern language at the University of Virginia, where he taught for over half a century. Although he authored numerous works mainly focused on language, one of his final publications, Modern Magic, takes a captivating turn toward the realm of the occult. In the preface, he reflects on the purpose of our earthly existence, emphasizing not only our duty to seek salvation but also our quest to master the tangible world around us. He invites readers to explore the hidden laws and phenomena that influence our lives, urging us to strip away the delusions that cloud our understanding and to classify these extraordinary occurrences with care and precision. Join us as we delve into this intriguing exploration of the unseen forces that shape our reality. - Summary by CaptainKetchup
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    30 mins
  • 022 - Miraculous Cures

    022 - Miraculous Cures
    Feb 9 2026
    M. (Maxamilian) Schele de Vere, born in Sweden in 1820, was a renowned professor of modern language at the University of Virginia, where he taught for over half a century. Although he authored numerous works mainly focused on language, one of his final publications, Modern Magic, takes a captivating turn toward the realm of the occult. In the preface, he reflects on the purpose of our earthly existence, emphasizing not only our duty to seek salvation but also our quest to master the tangible world around us. He invites readers to explore the hidden laws and phenomena that influence our lives, urging us to strip away the delusions that cloud our understanding and to classify these extraordinary occurrences with care and precision. Join us as we delve into this intriguing exploration of the unseen forces that shape our reality. - Summary by CaptainKetchup
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    36 mins
  • 021 - Magnetism --Somnambulism

    021 - Magnetism --Somnambulism
    Feb 9 2026
    M. (Maxamilian) Schele de Vere, born in Sweden in 1820, was a renowned professor of modern language at the University of Virginia, where he taught for over half a century. Although he authored numerous works mainly focused on language, one of his final publications, Modern Magic, takes a captivating turn toward the realm of the occult. In the preface, he reflects on the purpose of our earthly existence, emphasizing not only our duty to seek salvation but also our quest to master the tangible world around us. He invites readers to explore the hidden laws and phenomena that influence our lives, urging us to strip away the delusions that cloud our understanding and to classify these extraordinary occurrences with care and precision. Join us as we delve into this intriguing exploration of the unseen forces that shape our reality. - Summary by CaptainKetchup
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    10 mins
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