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Wizards: An Amazing Journey Through the Last Great Age of Magic

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I homeschool my 11yo and 9yo. They both love all things magic. This book answers the common question of children sorting fact from fiction: "What happened to the magic?" Candace Savage wrote an accessible book for children who are enamored with Harry Potter (and the like) and curious about the history of 'real' magic. The book is overflowing with woodcut reproductions, paintings, alchemy symbols and humorous illustrations as well as articulate text. It explains why modern authors use Greek and Latin for their spells as well as Doctors and Botanists. It delves into various types of magic that most children are familiar with [ thank you Harry Potter ;) ] and explains what discipline of science replaced them. The kids loved the book and only wish it was longer!

Candace Savage is a wonderful author known for her well-researched and readable books, many of them on nature. The other reviewer is quite obviously a close-minded pot-stirrer who probably has never read a book in his or her life. Had they actually read this book they would realize that wizards were not in league with the devil, but were scientists and visionaries. Congratulations to Ms. Savage on a well-written book that appeals to readers of all ages.

The dark arts were devil associated. There are witches and sorcerors. They were in a league with the devil. Black magic uses demons. It deals with Issac Newton.