Magic: A Very Short Introduction -

: Looking at the psychology behind magical belief.

: The book covers universal traits like "sympathetic magic"—the idea that things once in contact continue to influence each other—which social scientists use to categorize cross-cultural practices. Magic: A Very Short Introduction

: Davies argues that magic, science, and religion are inextricably linked . For example, in the medieval era, "natural magic" was seen as a legitimate way to unlock God's secrets in the material world. : Looking at the psychology behind magical belief