A history of magic

Chris Gosden explores magical beliefs and practices from ancient times until the present day

A stone believed to have magical properties, including the ability to summon rain, from Laraibina village in New Ireland, Papua New Guinea. (Photo by Getty Images)

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July 20, 2020 at 2:45 pm

Archaeologist and author Chris Gosden explores delves into the history of magical beliefs and practices from ancient times until the present day

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