The mysteries of astrology, and the wonders of magic: : including a history of the rise and progress of astrology, and the various branches of necromancy : together with valuable directions and suggestions relative to the casting of nativities, and predictions by geomancy, chiromancy, physiognomy, &

C. W. Roback’s book is a practical and historical compendium of astrology and related divinatory arts, presenting both a narrative of their development and instructions for their use. It is historically significant as a representative 19th-century popular occult manual, and readers will find explanations of nativities, geomancy, palmistry, physiognomy, and allied forms of prediction.

C. W. Roback is associated with 19th-century occult and esoteric literature, but the name is too ambiguous for a secure identification. I can note his connection to that tradition without confidently assigning further details.