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Luxenburger, Johann, and Sesaner, Friedrich of Luttum (Germany), "Dreiforcher Höllenzwang", 1557?

 Item — Box: 4, Folder: 9

Scope and Contents

Manuscript copy of a "Höllenzwang" or book of magic containing invocations and charms intended to compel the demons to do one's will. It draws its inspiration from Dr. Faust's Wunder-Buch (1501) and includes several drawings.

Dates

  • 1557?

Creator

Language of Materials

Collection material in Latin, German, Dutch, French, and English.

Extent

3.7 cubic feet. (3.7 cubic feet.)

Physical Description

8 leaves and 1 sketch

Repository Details

Part of the Division of Rare and Manuscript Collections Repository

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