The Magic of Books  Monthly lecture series with William Kiesel Presented by PRS and Ouroboros Press In the PRS LIBRARY! Lecture One: Anatomy of the Book: Book Arts and Archives Q&A to follow the lecture Lecture Series Overview “Without books, there is no memory, and without memory, a culture cannot exist.” - Fernando Báez Join William Kiesel for a series of engaging talks on books and book culture surrounding the wisdom traditions housed in the PRS Library. Books are vessels of coagulated thought, distilled and filtered through the minds of authors, artists and adepts. Understanding the technology of the book and the laboratory of the library grants the seeker access to the esoteric secrets that can aid them on their journey of discovery. Presented in the peaceful environs of the PRS Library, William uses some of the bibilographic treasures of the library to illustrate multi-disciplined topics aimed at bringing deeper awareness into these important literary tools which have preserved the ageless wisdom for centuries. March 13 Anatomy of the Book: Book Arts and Archives As the digital age progresses the preservation and care of books takes on an ever-increasing importance for institutional and private libraries. Understanding the anatomy of the book is vital in any preservation efforts, by readers and conservationists alike. Using volumes in the PRS Library, William Kiesel will exhibit and explain the parts of the book and discuss the techniques, materials and practices surrounding books and book culture. Printing, binding, papermaking and other book arts will be presented as well as a discussion about the distinctions between the benefits of digital 'books' and traditional book technology. The talk offers insight into deeper understanding of books as objects of preservation and craft, while providing some excellent examples showing off resources the collection PRS Library offers its visitors and researchers. About William Kiesel William Kiesel has walked the path of esotericism for over 30 years. His practical experience and historical knowledge of occult literature and culture draws from such diverse disciplines as Hermeticism, Neoplatonism, Qabalah, Thelema, Alchemy, Rosicrucianism, Theosophy, and Ceremonial Magic. With his decades as an antiquarian bookseller, his training in letterpress printing and bookbinding, Kiesel brings his love of books and scholarship together as publisher at Ouroboros Press. He is also faculty at 22 Teachings School of Hermetic Science and Magical Arts. www.bookarts.org Ticket Price: $22 (In Person Only) Please email events@prs.org or phone 323-663-2167 with any questions. Get tickets to the other lectures in this series here: April 10 - Unfolding Secrets: Folding Plates in Esoteric Texts June 5 - Keys to the Mysteries: How to use the Library for Esoteric Research July 10 - Secret Books of the Rosicrucians August 14 - The Corpus Hermeticum: Books of the Hermetic Adepts ACCESSIBILITY PRS wants all guests to be able to enjoy our events safely and comfortably. If you require any accessibility accommodation, please reach out to events@prs.org before showtime and we will be happy to assist you. REFUND POLICIES All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges for PRS events, except in the event of a medical emergency, including but not limited to a positive COVID-19 test. In the event that PRS is forced to cancel an event entirely, tickets will be refunded or vouchers offered for a rescheduled event. PARKING Limited parking is available onsite at PRS in both the front lot (entry from Los Feliz Blvd. when heading east) and back lot (entry from first alley way, off Griffith Park Blvd. from intersection with Los Feliz Blvd.), as well as street parking on Griffith Park Blvd. and on Los Feliz Blvd after 7pm. We encourage attendees to consider carpooling, walking or biking to events if possible, and please be considerate of our Los Feliz neighbors when parking. PRS EVENT POLICIES We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone.Events are subject to change without notice, including guest speakers and/or performers.We encourage you to arrive at least 30 min. before the scheduled event start time to find parking, enjoy the Bookstore and take your seats.Please turn off all mobile devices before the show. Talking and texting are not allowed during the events.No filming, audio recording or mobile phone recording of events, screenings, concerts or other programs by audience members is allowed without permission.There is no smoking permitted on PRS grounds.We strongly encourage guests to wear masks to PRS events to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.PRS allows Service Animals into the facility under ADA and state guidelines. For further details please visit www.ADA.gov. No animals permitted whose sole function is to provide comfort or emotional support, under ADA guidelines and CA Health Code.Please do not bring outside food or drink into PRS events.Weapons are strictly prohibited at PRS events.

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