Egyptians utilized hieroglyphic texts for magical purposes, including spells for the afterlife. Used in funerary rites and rituals intended to protect the deceased. [Egyptian] The Book of the Dead is an example of a spiritual spellbook.

Celtic druids would use spellbooks to perform rituals and invoke nature’s powers. Central to traditional ceremonies, focusing on harmony with nature. [Celtic] Celtic texts often combined storytelling with magical practices.

Alchemical texts served as guidebooks for transformation of matter and self. Often involved in science and spirituality intertwining. [Alchemical] Alchemists viewed their own transformation as equally important as turning lead into gold.