Magia e histórias em quadrinhos: analisando o conceito de magia na obra Palavras, Magias e Serpentes de Alan Moore

Abstract

This study examines the concept of magic in Alan Moore’s "Words, Magics, and Serpents", exploring its connection to language, art, and esoteric traditions. Moore, renowned for works like Watchmen and V for Vendetta, redefines magic as a linguistic and artistic phenomenon capable of transforming reality through narrative and symbolism. Using qualitative content analysis, the research investigates how Moore integrates influences from Hermeticism, Chaos Magick, and psychogeography into his work, framing magic as a tool for personal empowerment and social critique. The conclusion emphasizes Moore’s view of magic as a creative and discursive practice, rooted in the human ability to reinterpret the world through art.