The Evil Eye

A detailed, lively account of il malocchio from the point of view of a cultural insider thoroughly familiar with the tradition. Antonio Pagliarulo combines ethnographic observations and factual knowledge with magical expertise in a way that will appeal to practitioners from a variety of religious and esoteric traditions. --Sabina Magliocco, professor of anthropology, University of British Columbia The Evil Eye by Antonio Pagliarulo is a remarkable work, being a book on one of the most important aspects of world magic by someone who is not only a good researcher but also a believer. The result is both a compendium of useful information for scholars and a manual of practical magic--and all the better for both aspects. --Professor Ronald Hutton, author of The Triumph of the Moon Having had the privilege of working with Antonio, I was given the ability to catch a small glimpse inside his craft as a practitioner of magic and as a writer. His ability to connect with his magic is as passionate and accurate as he is--a person who listens when the universe speaks. In his wonderfully and beautifully written book The Evil Eye, you will find a wealth of information and a thorough knowledge of magical workings. I do hope you enjoy this read as much as I did, and, like myself, will keep it in that special place in the library you visit often for reference. --Penny Cabot, reverend and green minister, high priestess of the Cabot Kent Hermetic Temple Finally, there is a book written by an actual practitioner, in plain language, with warmth and compassion, that takes the Evil Eye and the misery it causes seriously. If you have been wondering about the Eye; if you fear it or think you have been struck by it; if you feel drawn to Evil Eye jewelry, this book is for you. May it provide you with safety, relief, and happiness. --from the foreword by Judika Illes, author of Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells and Pure Magic: A Complete Course in Spellcasting I highly recommend Antonio Pagliarulo's contemporary exploration of this ancient and globally recognized, yet persistently enigmatic subject viewed through the lens of his own culture and experience, as well as those of people from other cultures. His writing is approachable and relatable without skimping on the requisite academia. The Evil Eye: The History, Mystery, and Magic of the Quiet Curse is an excellent resource for anyone interested in folklore and folk magic. --Mary-Grace Fahrun, author of Italian Folk Magic: Rue's Kitchen Witchery