"The Books of Magic Omnibus" is a collection of comic books published by DC Comics that explores the world of magic through the eyes of its central character, Timothy Hunter. The omnibus includes a variety of comic book series and story arcs that focus on Timothy's journey as a young boy with immense magical potential. The story of Timothy Hunter begins when he is visited by four powerful mystical beings: The Phantom Stranger, John Constantine, Doctor Occult, and Mister E. They inform him of his destiny as the greatest magician in the world and present him with a book called "The Books of Magic" that serves as a guide to his magical abilities. Throughout the omnibus, Timothy is guided by various mentors and encounters a wide range of magical beings and creatures. He explores different magical realms and dimensions, and learns about the different branches and traditions of magic.
These prints are made on canvas with archival inks and varnished with a UV resistant finish. They are gallery-wrap style — stretched over 1 1/2″ deep stretcher bars and are shipped ready-to-hang. The canvas sides are printed in black, creating a natural self-framing effect, so you don’t have to purchase an additional frame if you don’t want to. The entire piece is also painted with a UV varnish and then heat set for maximum protection and longevity. They are truly beautiful pieces and it is often difficult to tell them apart from the originals. The open edition canvases are on deep gallery wrapped boards. The Open Editions are set to a specific size format and there may be some slight cropping around the edges from the original artwork.
Each piece must be printed after they are ordered, varnished with a protective coating, hand embellished by the artists, stretched and packed for shipment. The canvas sides are printed in black, creating a natural self-framing effect, so you don t have to purchase an additional frame if you don t want to.
He explores different magical realms and dimensions, and learns about the different branches and traditions of magic. At times, he faces dangerous challenges and battles with dark and powerful forces that threaten the world. "The Books of Magic Omnibus" delves into the themes of destiny, power, and the nature of good and evil.
What are flying monkeys and how to deal with them
The term "flying monkeys" comes from the classic film The Wizard of Oz. The wicked witch enlisted these creatures to do her bidding. They followed her instructions regardless of their evil intent.
Interestingly, when she died, the monkeys celebrated. It seemed they weren't inherently evil themselves, but followed her out of fear and conditioning.
In psychology, the term has come to describe people who do a narcissist's bidding. If you've ever set boundaries with a narcissist, it will be a flying monkey who approaches you to smooth things over.
By smooth over, I mean gaslight, trick, guilt trip, and manipulate. I've been on the receiving end of flying monkeys in both in-law and family of origin relationships.
Dysfunctional families tend to cater to the most toxic person in the bunch. Much like the wicked witch in The Wizard of Oz. The other family members do everything in their power to keep the toxic person happy.
My story
I set boundaries with my mother for the first time as a young woman. Soon after, I received a call from her sister, not to encourage, support, or understand me. No, she had been sent by my mother to cajole, guilt, and blame me for being out of contact.
Later, I married into a dysfunctional family who also enabled a scarily toxic matriarch. Again, when I set boundaries with my monster-in-law, her husband got sent to get me back on board with the family system.
These flying monkeys can come across as sweet and well-intentioned. But their sole aim is to get you into line at the expense of yourself. Like the monkey army in the film, they enlist to fight the witch's battles.
Flying monkeys never have your best interests in mind. And they will damage you if you let them. They will erase all the hard work you put into setting boundaries and telling the truth.
How do narcissists get flying monkeys?
Not always through fear mongering or aggression. Some will manipulate to get sympathy so their supporters feel compelled to help them.
For example, my father-in-law played the role of enabler in their family. He probably felt it his job to rescue his wife. As a result, he believed her when she turned the tables and made me into the aggressor.
All the while the narcissist/toxic person is sitting back and watching someone else do their dirty work. They enjoy the feeling of being above the person they are persecuting. And gaslighting them into believing they are the toxic one.
Flying monkeys lack empathy, integrity, have weak wills, and only want to keep things the way they are. They may seek to avoid the wrath of the narcissist/toxic person. Or they want to appear as a fixer and enjoy the attention.
Whatever the reason, beware! You thought dealing with the narcissist was bad enough. Now you've got to fend off her flunkies off, too.
In psychology, the term has come to describe people who do a narcissist's bidding. If you've ever set boundaries with a narcissist, it will be a flying monkey who approaches you to smooth things over.
It explores Timothy's personal struggles with his own identity and his choices as he grapples with the responsibilities that come with his magical abilities. The omnibus also touches on the ethics of magic and the consequences of using power for personal gain. The art in "The Books of Magic Omnibus" is diverse, with different artists and illustrators bringing the magical world to life. Each series and story arc has its own distinct style, allowing readers to experience various visual interpretations of the magical realms and characters. Overall, "The Books of Magic Omnibus" offers readers a deep and immersive journey into the world of magic. It showcases the rich and complex mythology of the DC Universe and provides a unique perspective on the magical side of the comic book world. Whether you are a fan of magic, fantasy, or the DC Universe, this omnibus is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the mystical realms of comic books..
Reviews for "The Magic of Reading: An Enchanting Journey with 'The Book of Magic Omnibus"
1. Sarah - 2 stars
I was really disappointed with "The Booksof Mnagic Omnibus". The writing was just not up to par. The story was confusing and difficult to follow, and the characters felt flat and uninteresting. I had high hopes for this book, but it just didn't deliver. I found myself skimming through pages, waiting for something exciting to happen, but it never did. Overall, I wouldn't recommend this book to anyone looking for a captivating fantasy read.
2. Mark - 1 star
"The Booksof Mnagic Omnibus" was a complete waste of time for me. The plot was convoluted and poorly executed. I tried to get into the story, but I couldn't connect with any of the characters. The world-building lacked depth and originality, making it difficult for me to immerse myself in the book. Additionally, the writing style was lackluster, with repetitive phrases and weak dialogue. Overall, I found this book to be a struggle to get through, and I wouldn't recommend it to anyone.
3. Emily - 2 stars
I had high expectations for "The Booksof Mnagic Omnibus", but unfortunately, it fell flat for me. The pacing was slow, and the story failed to hold my attention. The characters were underdeveloped, and I couldn't bring myself to care about their fates. I found the writing style to be unremarkable, lacking the finesse and creativity I look for in a fantasy novel. Although there were some intriguing ideas sprinkled throughout the book, they were overshadowed by the overall lackluster execution. Overall, I wouldn't recommend this book to avid fantasy readers.