Napoleon's Book of Fate: Ancient Egyptian Fortune Telling
Self-Help Occult New Age Divination Fortune-Telling Ancient Mysteries Historical Parapsychology
Napoleon’s Book of Fate: Ancient Egyptian Fortune-Telling is the scarce 1988 HarperCollins paperback that revives one of history’s most intriguing oracles. Legend says Napoleon consulted this very system of 32 ancient symbols before every major campaign; Bonnie Parker’s modern re-issue keeps the emperor’s layout intact while adding clear, illustrated instructions so today’s reader can cast the same quick “yes/no” answers that once guided generals. At 210 mm tall and only 230 g, the book slips easily into a backpack or desk drawer, ready whenever a decision, creative block, or spiritual nudge demands instant perspective.
What makes this copy collectible is its vintage status: a first-and-only printing from 1988 that has never been re-pressed, making clean copies increasingly hard to find. This particular copy is free of inscriptions, underlining, or dog-eared corners; the binding remains tight and square, perfect for either daily consultation or display on an esoteric shelf. Light cover scuffing and a few negligible marks on the final leaves are noted for accuracy, but the interior is crisp and fully illustrated with the original symbol plates—ideal for readers, tarot collectors, and anyone hunting a distinctive New Age reference.
Beyond fortune-telling, Parker frames the oracle as a psychological tool: each symbol becomes a mirror for the subconscious, turning the book into a self-help session disguised as parlor magic. Young adults enjoy the game-like spreads, while seasoned spiritual seekers appreciate the historical commentary on how mysticism shaped political destiny. Whether you’re gifting a history buff, adding to a magic library, or curating a vintage paperback collection, Napoleon’s Book of Fate offers a rare blend of military lore, Egyptian mystique, and practical guidance that still feels startlingly relevant thirty-five years after publication.
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