About the author
C. W. Roback, often referred to as "Dr. C. W. Roback," was a prominent American astrologer and occult author active during the mid-19th century. While precise details regarding his birth and early life remain scarce, he established himself as a significant figure in the burgeoning American esoteric landscape, particularly from the 1850s onwards. His works were primarily published in Philadelphia, suggesting a base of operations in that city. Roback's contributions lay in making complex astrological and magical doctrines accessible to the general public. His most notable work, "The Mysteries of Astrology, and the Wonders of Magic," first published around 1854, became a widely read text that explored various facets of celestial influence and practical magic. He also authored "The Doctrine of Nativities According to Horary Astrology" and a treatise on "Geomancy," further demonstrating his breadth of knowledge in divinatory arts. Through his writings, Roback played a role in popularizing esoteric subjects in America during a period marked by increasing interest in spiritualism, mesmerism, and various occult sciences.
