The Books of Magic introduces readers to a mesmerizing tale of the dangers and opportunities of youth, and its endless possibilities. The story follows Timothy Hunter, a young boy who could become the most powerful magician in the world, but he must decide if he truly wants that destiny.

A quartet of fallen mystics, known as the TrenchCoat Brigade, including John Constantine, the Phantom Stranger, Dr. Occult, and Mister E, guide Timothy through the magical realms. Along the way, he meets Vertigo's greatest practitioners of magic and faces the ultimate choice of whether to join their ranks.

Illustrated by four of comics' most accomplished artists, including John Bolton, Scott Hampton, Charles Vess, and Paul Johnson, the book collects all four issues of the original miniseries that introduced Timothy Hunter and set the stage for his continuing adventures.

This tale is a dizzying, breathtaking tour through the beautiful and terrifying worlds of magic, as Timothy explores the magical realms from the beginning of time, guided by the DC Universe magicians. Will he embrace his gift, or will the choice be made for him?