The Black Pullet (Illustrated): Science of Magical Talisman

by Anonymous

The Black Pullet (La poule noire) is a grimoire that proposes to teach the 'science of magical talismans and rings', including the art of necromancy and Kabbalah. It is believed to have been written in the 18th century by an anonymous French officer who served in Napoleon's army. The text takes the form of a narrative centering on the French officer during the Egyptian expedition led by Napoleon (referred to here as the "genius") when his unit is suddenly attacked by Arab soldiers (Bedouins). The French officer manages to escape the attack, but is the only survivor. An old Turkish man appears suddenly from the pyramids and takes the French officer into a secret apartment within one of the pyramids. He nurses him back to health whilst sharing with him the magical teachings from ancient manuscripts that escaped the 'burning of Ptolemy's library'.
The book itself contains information regarding the creation of certain magical properties, such as talismanic rings, amulets and the Black Pullet itself. The book also teaches the reader how to master the extraordinary powers from these magical properties. Perhaps the most interesting magical property claimed in the book is the power to produce the Black Pullet, otherwise known as the Hen that lays Golden Eggs. The grimoire claims that the person who understands and attains the power to instruct the Black Pullet will gain unlimited wealth. The notion of such a lucrative possession has been reflected throughout history in fables, fairy tales and folklore.

Genres: Occult, Nonfiction, Witchcraft, Alchemy, Religion, Magic, Magick

90 pages, Kindle Edition

Published June 26, 2014

About the author

Books can be attributed to "Anonymous" for several reasons:

* They are officially published under that name
* They are traditional stories not attributed to a specific author
* They are religious texts not generally attributed to a specific author

Books whose authorship is merely uncertain should be attributed to Unknown.

See also: Anonymous

Reviews

[Johan · Rating 3 out of 5]

I liked this grimoire better than the petit albert, but I had already lowered my expectations. The difference between both, is that the petit albert contains recipes and the black pullet is the story of a French soldier who gets hurt near a pyramid during Napoleon's campaign in Egypt. An "ancient one" who lives in the pyramid saves his life and passes on all his knowledge: longevity, getting wealthy, control over spirits ... and it contains the necessary spells and drawings of amulets for doing so yourself.

This is the second grimoire I have read and probably the last one. What I was really looking for was a book that could provide some more background and historical context about grimoires.

[Tim · Rating 2 out of 5]

It was cheap....otherwise, I bought it just to have it. After reading it, it was a remarkable story, but that's pretty much all.

[暗天 張 · Rating 4 out of 5]

i want to see

[Andre' Delbos · Rating 3 out of 5]

An impenetrable proverb, or if you will, a fairy tale. As with many esoteric texts the truth is layered in analogy, making an argument for frequent reading or as the narrator exhorts, sustained persistence in purifying one’s intentions to be able to discern the meaning of the text and therefore be worthy of receiving its gifts.
Here is an essay on Elementals, Talismanic magic with (rather blurry) illustrations, allusions to sun worship and finally, instructions on the creation of the Black Pullet, a fortune finding hen.
A light fun read.

[Garry John Watts · Rating 5 out of 5]

Interesting and entertaining at the same time.

You get the feeling of hidden secrets in the words. Allegorical or straight fact is for you to figure out. I found the whole thing highly intreguing. Well worth the read.

[Ruthie Briggs-Greenberg · Rating 2 out of 5]

An odd little book with white magic and a slightly interesting concept of around magic book. Based on symbols with “magic” beliefs that go far back into King Solemans time. It’s a fun read with a choppy flow.

[Jason · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent

This book gets straight to the point which is something that I like about some of the books that I have read.

[Girish · Rating 5 out of 5]

it's interesting. it teaches talisman magick in form of a fantasy novel

[Kelly · Rating 4 out of 5]

Complex, far too fantastical to not be true.

[AL · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Black Letter Press (2nd print) is the one I just read and it’s the best version I’ve come across. One of my favorite occult initiation stories.

[John · Rating 2 out of 5]

What an odd little tome.

[Marlene Willinger · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was a fun little read.

[Joseph F. · Rating 3 out of 5]

A strange curious little book about a French soldier in Egypt who discovers that an ancient person is living in one of the pyramids!
A revered figure, he teaches the soldier all the secrets of magic, such as traveling great distances, commanding spirits and turning invisible. He does this with the use of Talismans. For those who are interested in magical grimoires, this is worth checking out.
Many cool images.

[Äsruþr Cyneaþsson · Rating 4 out of 5]

One of the 'disputed' grimoire's, I found this to be a fascinating work. The rituals and symbolism referenced within the text, along with the initiatory tale, prove to be both fascinating and workable.

For those able to make use of systems extending beyond the mainstream, such as those of Simon's Necronomicon, then there is some real value here.

[Taliesin Lothlorien Gaia · Rating 5 out of 5]

really interesting little book. i am looking forward to when i can try out the talismans. i couldnt put the book down =)

[Austin Case · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fascinating book. Unlike most grimoires this text has a narrative quality. It almost reads like a fantasy novel.

[Adam Smith]

Great reference tool for the library of any one into the magical arts :-)

[Roge Roger · Rating 3 out of 5]

Talismans for the win.