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The Book of Faery Magic by Lucy Cavendish & Serene Conneeley $34.95 ISBN: 9780980548723 |
Journey to the enchanted realms of the
fae, and discover the healing powers of myth, magic and mischief!
Faeries have long captured the imagination, inspiring people to
weave mystical stories, create beautiful art and protect and hold
nature as sacred. The very idea of them lifts the spirits, opens the
heart and the mind, reminds us of the secret longings of our soul,
and fills us with happiness, spontaneity and childlike wonder.
The Book of Faery Magic is a must for anyone wanting to grow closer to nature and to their own wild self. Rich in tradition, history, research and faery lore, it is filled with whimsical accounts of interaction with the fae, grounded guidance on working with them, and beautiful ideas for reconnection with the magical realms. From the faeries we can rediscover who we really are, and awaken our natural abilities to create wonderful, enchanted lives that are full of meaning and purpose, fun and delight. Whether you believe that faeries are truth or fantasy, The Book of Faery Magic is your portal to a state of being where fun, light-hearted and healing energy will help you fulfil all your dreams, transform your life and improve your relationship with the earth, your self and others. Lucy Cavendish is the creator of
The Wild Wisdom of the Faery Oracle deck and the books White
Magic and The Lost Lands. Serene Conneeley is the author
of Seven Sacred Sites and A Magical Journey, and
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Pagan Resurrection :A Force for Evil or
the Future of Western Spirituality?
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Pagan Resurrection is the biography of a
god. The old pagan deity Odin, dethroned by Christ, has rised again
to play a powerful role in human affairs in the modern era. The
pagan myths and gods are ancient blueprints that are still very much
alive in the modern mind, influencing both thought and action. The
author explores this revival in its various manifestations - from
Victorian science-fiction, to the proto-hippies of early twentieth
century Germany, from the Nazis to the ideas of the psychologist
Carl Jung. The new paganism is an increasing power in modern culture
not only in Europe and America but across the globe. It provides a
living philosophy for the twenty-first century. Pagan Resurrection
is not just about the modern crisis in western spirituality, it also
suggests a way forward.
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Pagan Celtic Britain by Anne Ross ISBN: 9780094723306 $37.50 MORE BOOKS ON HISTORY HERE |
Although some aspects of pre-Roman and
pre-Christian beliefs remain shrouded in mystery, the author of this
comprehensive, profusely illustrated volume contends that neither the
Roman invasion of Britain nor the coming of Christianity eliminated
pagan religious practice. Dr Anne Ross, who speaks Gaelic and Welsh,
writes from wide experience of living in Celtic speaking communities
where she has traced vernacular tradition. She employs archaeological
and anthropological evidence, as well as folklore, to provide broad
insight into the early Celtic world. She begins by examining Celtic
places of worship, the shrines and sanctuaries in which sacred objects
were housed and from where they could be ritually displayed with various
rites and sacrifices were conducted before the people. Dr Anne Ross
describes the divine warriors with their aquatic, therapeutic and
fertility connection. Dr Anne Ross is truly gripping as she leads the
reader through her evidence from ritual pits and cult sites, votive
wells, sacred precincts and monuments. This is a brilliant piece of
historical and archaeological reconstruction. |
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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Paganism by Carl McColman ISBN: 9780028642666 $34.95 |
A comprehensive look at pagan spirituality, a faith with a long history that is currently undergoing a major revival. Includes Druidism, gods and goddesses, alchemy, shamanism and more. |
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Pagans and Christians by Robin Lane Fox ISBN: 9780141022956 $29.95 MORE BOOKS ON HISTORY HERE |
How did Christianity compare and compete
with the cults of the pagan gods in the Roman Empire? This scholarly
work from award-winning historian, Robin Lane Fox, places Christians
and pagans side by side in the context of civil life and contrasts
their religious experiences, visions, cults and oracles. Leading up
to the time of the first Christian emperor, Constantine, the book
aims to enlarge and confirm the value of contemporary evidence, some
of which has only recently been discovered.
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Drawing Down the Moon: Witches, Druids,
Goddess-worshippers and other Pagans in America by Margot Adler ISBN: 9780143038191 $27.95 |
Popular demand for this clear-sighted
compendium of information about the rebirth of Pagan religions hasn't
waned since its initial publication in 1979. Distinguished by the
journalism of National Public Radio columnist Margot Adler, Drawing
Down the Moon explains this diverse and burgeoning religion's
philosophies and activities while dispelling stereotypes that have long
been associated with it. Most people don't realize that pagan
simply refers to pre-Christian polytheistic nature religions, such as
the various Native American creeds, Japanese Shinto, Celtic Druid, and
Western European Wicca. Originally, the word pagan meant "country
dweller" and was a derogatory term in Rome in the third century A.D.,
not unlike calling someone a hick today. If you find yourself feeling
queasy when you hear the words witch or pagan, a healthy
dose of reeducation via Drawing Down the Moon could be the cure. |
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Paganism: A Beginner's Guide by Teresa Moorey ISBN: 9780340742495 $16.50 |
While it may not be everything you've ever
thought to ask about Paganism, this compact guide captures the essence
of the Pagan way of life. The experienced Pagan may want to pass on this
book, but if you are thinking of taking the first steps on the path, or
just want to know more about Paganism, Moorey gives some good ideas for
practice and references to more comprehensive sources of information. The second edition of this introduction to Paganism considers the honour of the Goddess figure, witchcraft and wicca, shamanism, druidry, Celtic paganism, the Northern tradition, feminism and the men's movement and eco-pagans and cyber-pagans. |
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Witchcraft and Magic in Europe Volume 1: Biblical &
Pagan Societies by Pedro Calderon de la Barca, Frederick Cryer and Marie-Louise Thomsen ISBN: 9780485891034 $106 PLEASE NOTE: SPECIAL ORDER ONLY MORE BOOKS ON HISTORY HERE |
A survey of three crucial aspects of this earliest phase of development in magic. These are the role of magical incantations and rituals against witchcraft in Mesopotamia in the last 3 millennia BC, the attitudes to witchcraft in the Old Testament and beliefs associated with Trolldomor. |
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A History of Witchcraft: Sorcerors, Heretics &
Pagans by Jeffrey B. Russell and Brooks Alexander ISBN: 9780500286340 $29.95 MORE BOOKS ON HISTORY HERE |
For nearly thirty years, Jeffrey B.
Russell's authoritative book has been the one illustrated history to
which anyone interested in this subject could turn with confidence. Now,
in collaboration with Brooks Alexander, who has himself conducted
innovative research in the field, this classic book has been fully
revised, with an updated introduction and bibliography, new information
throughout, and an extended account of witchcraft from ancient times to
the present day. Drawing comparisons between modern sorcery and that of the ancient world, the book shows how the European witch craze in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries developed out of a combination of ancient sorcery and medieval Christian heresy, paganism, folklore, scholastic theology, and inquisitorial trials. Whether the diabolical witchcraft for which men and women went to the stake ever existed is open to question. What matters more is that it was believed to exist by intellectuals and peasants alike. 110 illustrations. About the Authors Jeffrey B. Russell is Professor of History at the University of California, Santa Barbara. Brooks Alexander is the author of Witchcraft Goes Mainstream and has written numerous articles on witchcraft and neo-paganism and their effect on contemporary religious movements. He lives in Texas. |
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Magic & Pagnism in Early Christianity by Hans-Josef Klauck translated by Brian McNeil ISBN: 9780567089625 Hardcover: $105 Paperback: $62.95 PLEASE NOTE: SPECIAL ORDER ONLY MORE BOOKS ON HISTORY HERE MORE BOOKS ON RELIGION HERE |
Many forms of magic and paganism were
practiced at the time of Jesus. What were these practices, and how
did the first Christians react to them?
Hans-Josef Klauck, an expert in the cultic practices of the region, describes this world into which Christianity was born and relates to it the many experiences of the first Christians recorded in Acts. Peter, for example, encounters the Samaritan magician Simon; Paul meets the Jewish magician Bar-Jesus; the people in Lystra want to offer a sacrifice to Paul and Barnabas; a soothsaying slave girl is the occasion of conflict in Philippi; in Athens, Paul finds the city full of idols but also discovers an altar 'to an unknown god'; in Ephesus, some burn their books of magic formulae, while others provoke a riot in the name of Artemis. Professor Klauck provides a fascinating account of these phenomena and their significance for Christianity historically and today |
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Creating Circles & Ceremonies: Rituals for all Seasons & Reasons by Oberon Zell-Ravenheart and Morning Glory Zell-Ravenheart ISBN: 9781564148643 $31.95 |
Creating Circles and Ceremonies is the accumulation of decades of
circles, ceremonies, rituals, Mystery plays, initiations, rites of
passage, and other magickal workings co-created by the Zell-Ravenhearts,
today’s foremost Wizard/Witch couple. For more than 30 years, Oberon and
Morning Glory have traveled widely throughout the worldwide magickal
community—participating in gatherings, conducting workshops, and
creating rituals for groups large and small. They have met and made
Magick with the leaders of many traditions: Celtic Shamanism, British
Dianic, Italian Strega, Welsh Witchcraft, Faerie Trad, Ceremonial
Magick, Ozark Druidry, the New Reformed Order of the Golden Dawn (NROOGD),
Hinduism, Native American tribes, Greek and Egyptian mythology, and the
futuristic Church of All Worlds. Here, in one easy-to-read volume, is their collection of chants, invocations, circle-castings, quarter-callings, spells, and ceremonies. It is also a "kit" to use to assemble your own rituals, for any season or reason: Book I presents a basic ritual outline. Each element is followed by numerous examples which may be "plugged in" to customize your own ceremony. Book II gives numerous examples of actual ceremonies: Esbats (full Moons) and special occasions; Rites of Passage; Mysteries and Initiations; spells and consecrations. These can be adapted and modified as needed for any size group—from small family gatherings in your living room, to huge outdoor celebrations involving thousands of people. Book III provides an assortment of full rituals and ritual elements for celebrations of the eight great seasonal festivals called the Wheel of the Year. Versions of these have been commemorated for millennia in most traditional cultures of the Northern Hemisphere; and today are universal throughout the worldwide Pagan community. |
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Spirited: Taking Paganism Beyond the Circle by Gede Parma ISBN: 9780738715070 $38 |
A new generation of Pagan youth is here, and now there is a book that uniquely heralds their arrival. Spirited speaks directly to the young adult set, offering an incisive look at the complex issues that they face on the Path. This book addresses everything that a young Pagan deals with in daily life, from school and social life to friends and family to sexuality and love. Contemporary Pagan issues and spiritual practices are also discussed, including ethics, spellcraft, ritual, divinity, tradition, covencraft, and solitary work. young Pagans who've "been there, done that," progressive Pagans of any age will welcome this dynamic and compassionate guide to Pagan living. |
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The Living Temple of Witchcraft Volume One: The Descent of the Goddess by Christopher Penczak ISBN: 9780738714257 $40 |
In the fifth installment of the
award-winning Temple of Witchcraft series, popular author
Christopher Penczak explores the Descent of the Goddess. In the myth of
Inanna, the Goddess journeys through seven gates to attain entrance to
the Underworld and learn its secrets. In the book, the reader will
embark on a parallel journey through each of the seven chakras,
symbolically evolving from survival to a state of divinity. Each lesson has meditations based on the Underworld journey teachings, as well as an advanced discussion of some facet of magick or witchcraft often overlooked by intermediate books. This guide is for solitaries, eclectics, and non-traditional Witches hungry to go further, delve deeper, and experience the mysteries. |
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Magic Words: A Dictionary by Craig Conley ISBN: 9781578634347 $40 MORE OCCULT TITLES HERE |
Magic Words: A Dictionary is a
one-of-a-kind resource for armchair linguists, pop-culture enthusiasts,
pagans, wiccans, magicians and trivia nuts alike. Brimming with the most
intriguing magic words and phrases from around the world and illustrated
throughout with magical symbols and icons, Magic Words is a
dictionary like no other. More than 700 essay-style entries
describe the origins of magical words, as well as historical and popular
variations and fascinating trivia. With sources ranging from ancient medieval alchemists to modern stage magicians, necromancers and wizards of legend to miracle workers throughout time, Magic Words is a must have for any scholar of magic, language, history and culture. ABOUT THE AUTHOR When it comes to his research Craig Conley has often been called a ‘language fanatic’ by gossip columnist Cindy Adams and a ‘cult hero’ by Publisher’s Weekly. His exhaustive research led him to compile Magic Words: A Dictionary. He is also the author of One-Letter Words: A Dictionary and a regular columnist for Pentacle magazine. |
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The Wicca Handbook by Eileen Holland ISBN: 9781578634385 $30 |
The Wicca Handbook is both a tutorial
for new witches and an exceptionally well-organised reference book for
experienced practitioners. It guides us through the first steps in
becoming a witch and explores many Wiccan traditions, initiations and
magical practices. The Wiccan year – the eight Sabbats – along with many
of its rituals and ceremonies are examined. Holland also provides the
background of every facet of witchcraft, such as spells for every
occasion, psychic protection, numerology, basic astrology and the lore
of stones, metals, candles, animals and much more. High Priestess, Eileen Holland’s helpful guide is rooted in practicality and intended as a working handbook, not a simple beginner’s guide. The information is rich; clear directions are given and its range of content is extensive. Spells, circles, crystals and colour magic, herbs, health and healing are all covered with abundant direction on how to do it, when to do it, and suggestions for seeking guidance from the deities. Those who have been on their path for a few years will find this a great reference book to refer to time and again. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Eileen Holland, a solitary, eclectic witch, Wiccan High Priestess, poet and webmaster of Open-Sesame, has been a practising Pagan and witch for 20 years. |
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The Tree of Enchantment: Ancient Wisdom and Magic
Practices of the Faery Tradition by Orion Foxwood ISBN: 9781578634071 $33 |
In Faery Seership the truths we seek can
only be found within ourselves, within nature and within our
relationships to nature. At the centre of the Faery Tradition lies the
Tree of Enchantment: the symbol for these relationships and for the
threefold life of humanity. At each level of the tree, there are attending spirit forces that vary from beings of light to beings of shadow; from the ancestors of humanity to the architects of form and nature; from the destiny of our planet to the creation forces of the universe. The tree’s roots grow through the lower world, where all life originates and the dead travel; its trunk and lower branches reach out across the middle world, where elemental forces and the four directions guide us; and its highest branches reach into the upper world and the Star realm. Weaving together folk tradition and extensive academic research, Orion Foxwood has created an accessible, beautifully written pathway into the Old Religion of Faery Seership. Based on Appalachian traditions, Wiccan studies, Celtic oral traditions and the Craft from Western and Northern Europe, The Tree of Enchantment offers the student of Faery Tradition both introductory and advanced visionary practices and authentic tools to learn to navigate the three realms of humanity. With diligence and an open heart, the reader will learn to cross The River of Blood, pass through The Gate of Awakening and over The River of Stars. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Orion Foxwood was born with the second sight in the Shenandoah Valley in Virginia, an area rife with the folk practices of the southern and Appalachian tradition.He lectures across the Unites States and in the UK. |
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Queen of the Night: Rediscovering the Celtic Moon
Goddess by Sharynne MacLeod MicMhacha $44.90 ISBN: 9781578632848 |
Queen of the Night helps readers understand
the role and power of the moon in the ancient religions, folklore, and
mythology of Ireland and the British isles and then discover how to tap
that power in their daily lives. Queen of the Night is a journey into the world of Celtic cosmology, shamanism, and sacred animals, as well as Celtic language, art, and culture, to discover the power and centrality of the moon. Since the earliest times, from stone circles and passage graves to the rites and customs of Druids, the moon has been the symbol of the Goddess and has played a crucial role in worship and celebration. |
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The Heart of Wicca by Ellen Cannon Reed ISBN: 9781578631742 $22.95 |
The Heart of Wicca opens the invisible
doorways that lead toward a deeper understanding of the mystery-filled
world of Wiccan beliefs and practice. It takes us far beyond the
currently popularized images and surface understanding into a world that
few are privileged to enter. Ellen Cannon Reed guides us past misunderstanding and false conceptions into the lifestyle, mind set, and religious dedication to spiritual growth that lie at the heart of this life-transforming practice. She talks about life in a coven, the magical family of brothers and sisters who love and care for one another, who work together magically, circle together, study together, celebrate and laugh together, and lift each other up when one falls. From the wisdom developed through many years of Wiccan practice, she talks about the nature and complexity of symbols, and explains how their layered, deeper meanings are vehicles of communication that bypass ordinary conscious thought and go directly to our deep or unconscious mind. She says that we can develop a personal relationship with the Deities, for that is the very soul of Wicca. Learning to honor the ancient Gods and Goddesses through study, meditation and other forms of magical or ritual dedication, opens up direct communication which leads to ever-increasing levels of healing and guidance. She discusses about practical issues—finding a teacher, coven leadership and tradition, training, rituals, the various types of initiation, the ethics of spell casting, and the importance of the Wheel of the Year (the eight Sabbats). The Heart of Wicca is like having a personal conversation with a wise crone. |
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Celtic Wisdom by Gerald Benedict ISBN: 9781905857739 $15 |
Celtic Wisdom is one book in the Watkins
Publishing series of Sacred Texts. Spanning from the earliest texts of antiquity to the vivid storytelling of the Celtic Christian period and beyond, this is an inspiring selection of poetry and prose. While the earliest material captures the beliefs and practices of a vibrant natural religion, we see how these were incorporated into a unique form of Christianity, one that sadly died out in the late 7th century. Other highlights include works of the Celtic Twilight. Celtic Wisdom offers a unique blend of Pagan and Christian insight that is as relevant today as in ancient times. |
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Hedge Witch by Silver Ravenwolf $33 ISBN: 9780738714233 |
Working in harmony with the earth's energy is the heart of the
free-spirited, simple garden magick known as Hedge Witchery. Hedge
Witch features a fourteen-lesson, hands-on guide that you complete
at your own pace, interacting with different aspects of nature in simple
yet life-changing ways. The fourteen rituals, which can be done alone or
with a group, culminate in an inspiring dedication ceremony. Along with a wealth of helpful hints on using Hedge Witch magick for love, health, and beauty, this guide presents tips and recipes for soap making, tea-leaf reading, butterfly garden magick, organically growing your own herbs, and a variety of other ways to use HedgeWitchery in your hearth, home, and garden. |
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Reclaim the Power of the Witch: Making Magic Make
Sense by Monte Plaisance ISBN: 9781578631957 $30 |
In an effort to bring witchcraft back to its
roots, Monte Plaisance presents a straightforward look into the world of
the witch. Plaisance tackles one of the most often misinterpreted
aspects of witchcraft: the elements of magic. This is not a book of
magical recipes or spells, but rather a serious look at what goes into
making magic work: will and intent. Writing from years of experience, he
demystifies the growing religion of Wicca and dispels popular myths
created by TV and movies. This book offers a sweeping survey of the
sources and influences of witchcraft from many cultures, showing that
much of modern magick has its roots in Greek and Roman Mythology.
Including chapters on divination, ritual, dreams and dreamwork,
practical magical tools, and more, this book invites each reader to
reclaim the power of the witch. |
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A Druid's Herbal of Sacred Tree Medicine by Ellen Every Hopman ISBN: 9781594772306 $24.90 |
An in-depth look at the history, herbal
uses, and spiritual aspects of the sacred trees in the ancient Celtic
Ogham Tree Alphabet. • Details the 20 trees of the ogham alphabet and their therapeutic and magical virtues. • Examines the Forest Druid practices associated with each tree as well as the traditional uses in Native American medicine. • Describes the Celtic Fire Festivals and how each tree is featured in these holy days. • By the author of A Druid’s Herbal for the Sacred Earth Year (40,000 copies sold). The Druids used the ancient Ogham Tree Alphabet to work magic and honor the dead, surrounding each letter with medicinal and spiritual lore. Poets and bards created a secret sign language to describe the letters, each of which is named for a tree or a plant. For centuries this language was transmitted only orally in order to protect its secrets. Combining her extensive herbal knowledge and keen poetic insight, Ellen Evert Hopman delves deeply into the historic allusions and associations of each of the 20 letters of the Ogham Tree Alphabet. She also examines Native American healing methods for possible clues to the way ancient Europeans may have used these trees as healing agents. Druidic spiritual practices, herbal healing remedies, and plant lore are included for each tree in the alphabet as well as how each is used in traditional rituals such as the Celtic Fire Festivals and other celebrations. Hopman also includes a pronunciation guide for the oghams and information on the divinatory meanings associated with each tree. |
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Practical Solitary Magic by Nancy B. Watson ISBN: 9780877288749 $30.90 |
Many students don't want to be tied to a particular group or spiritual tradition, but prefer to search, experiment, and grow on their own; this book is perfect for these people. Watson discusses the principles that underlie magical practice in a veryeasy-to-understand manner. She includes information on affirmations, visualization, spiritual practices, folk magic, and ritual. Safety measures and ethical considerations are stressed throughout. Bibliography, index. |
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The Magick Toolbox: The Ultimate Compendium for
Choosing and Using Ritual Implements and Magickal Tools by Carl Neal $38.90 |
The Magick Toolbox is the first consumers’
guide to over 20 categories of magickal tools that Wiccans and pagans
use for magick and ritual. And who better than to write this book than
Carl Neal who has been making and selling magickal tools for nearly 10
years? Here he reveals his own trade secrets for creating, selecting
(buying), caring for, and using magickal implements. Full of down-to-earth advice, such as why you should you buy a cast-iron cauldron—or build your own stone cauldron—and how to use woodworking tools to create intricate pentacles, Neal also helps readers first understand how they plan to use each tool. Understanding a tool’s use helps to determine what kind of material is best suited for the intended task, where to find the tool or how to make it, and, finally, how to use it and care for it. An amazing book, which is the ultimate compendium for choosing and using ritual implements and magickal tools - a must for anyone interested in Wicca. |
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Lamp of the Goddess by Rae Beth $28.90 |
This book looks at reincarnation from the
viewpoint of a present day priestess who honours the Deep Feminine, or
the Goddess, as Mother of Souls, as the Earth Mother of physical
existence. This sharing vision is relevant to us all, in our process of
discovery and rebirth. Along with instructions for recalling past lives and developing psychic skills, she gives descriptions of the Other world (where we go between lives) as the land of the Dark Goddess - the Queen of the Dead. This is not a fearsome place, but a joyful spirit land where healing flows, whether we approach it from its peripheries in dreams, meditation, or between incarnations. Rae Beth also includes thoughtful interpretations of various myths of the Goddess in her many aspects - Isis, Kali, Mary Magdalene, Persephone, and Tiamat - to name a few. |
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Making Magic with Gaia - Practices to heal Ourselves
and Our Planet by Francesca Ciancimino Howell ISBN: 9781590030080 $32.90 |
This is the book where ecological warriors,
soccer moms, and witches from many traditions meet. The authors warm
style and ability to make complex ideas and histories accessible make
this book a wonderful introduction to the spiritual practice of taking
care of Mother Nature so Mother Nature takes care of us. "Wicca meets deep ecology - and it's about time! Francesca Howell unites the work of the environmental activist with a thoughtful, ecological and philosophically informed Pagan spiritual practice that offers hope for the Earth and personal fulfillment." - Chas S. Clifton, Wiccan writer and historian, University of Southern Colorado Francesca's methods and her magic are simple - recycling, building backyard shrines, communing with our animals, conservation. More than two dozen exercises in all, many suitable to do with children. And for those who are ready, more complex healing techniques - including Alchemy and Activism. |
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Goddess Bless! Divine Affirmations, Prayers and
Blessings by Sirona Knight ISBN: 9781590030028 $32.90 |
Goddess Bless! couldn’t be more practical —
or more needed. Knight has collected blessings and prayers that have
been passed down for generations. She combines them with contemporary,
specific affirmations and prayers she’s created to help readers call on
the Goddess’s wisdom and energy to achieve their goals. Topics include love, health, creativity, vitality, abundance and attaining goals, peace and harmony, and greater spiritual awareness. The author has collected prayers that have been passed down for generations and combined them with her own words to carry the Goddess's ancient wisdom of today's world. A comprehensive Goddess reference - from A to Z - introduces you to the best Goddesses who are about to enter your life and change it for the best. More than 130 incarnations of the Goddess are represented here - Kali and Kwan Yin, Aphrodite and Artemis, Innana and Maeve. |
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Firechild: The Life & Magic of Maxine Sanders by Maxine Sanders ISBN 978-1-869928-97-1 Publisher: Mandrake of Oxford $35 |
One of
the world's most influential and respected witches, Maxine Sanders first
caught worldwide public attention while married to the celebrated - and
controversial - 'King of the Witches', Alex Sanders.
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The Quest for the Green Man by John Matthews ISBN: 9780835608251 paperback $34.90 hardback $59.90 (special order only) |
What do Merlin, Robin Hood, Puck, the Jolly
Green Giant, and the astronauts have in common? They're all Green Men,
as this full-color gift book celebrates at the summer solstice and
throughout the year. The Green Man is the archetype of the generative masculine energy of the earth. In the ancient mythology of myriad cultures, he is Mother Nature's consort--and their lusty union is what makes the earth fertile again every spring. Now, John Matthews says, the Green Man is reemerging to balance the stereotype of Man as Destroyer and to heal our relationship with the natural world. With stories, lore, and poetry, Matthews tracks the Green Man in his many guises throughout history and as an icon in the modern ecological movement. His lush text is enriched with illustrations ranging from medieval architecture to modern art and with simple meditations for finding the Green Man in the forest of our own imagination. Altogether, this lively book will delight the eye, thrill the story-loving heart, and quicken the spirit. |
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Herb Magic for
Beginners by Ellen Dugan ISBN: 9780738708379 $23.90 |
Stir up passion
with violet or nab a new job with honeysuckle. From parsley to
periwinkle, people enjoy herbs for their aroma, taste, and healing
abilities, but few are aware of the enchanting powers harnessed within
these multipurpose plants. Breathing new life into herbal folklore and
wisdom, Ellen Dugan introduces the magical side of these natural
treasures. The author of Cottage Witchery describes the magical traits of flowers, roots, trees, spices, and other commonly found herbs. Under her guidance, readers learn the basics of magic and spellworking so they may safely explore herbal magic on their own for health, luck, prosperity, romance, protection, and more! |
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Green Magic by Ann Moura ISBN: 9780738701813 $23.90 |
Practice a craft
grounded in the powers of Nature, the wildwood magic of the Elementals,
of Mother Earth and the Horned God. Kin to star and stone, water and
wind, the practitioner of green magic respects the powers and spirits of
Nature, and knows how to work with their energies to accomplish magical
goals. This comprehensive guide to the Green Craft focuses specifically on the magical practices covered in the three volumes of Green Witchcraftand goes even further, presenting information not found in any other book. |
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The Sacred Round by Elen Hawke ISBN: 9780738701721 $23.90 |
Written by a
practicing witch with many years of experience both living and teaching
the Craft, The Sacred Round gives a unique view of both solitary
practice, and the way a coven or group can interact to create powerful
rituals and magical work. Whether you are a novice witch or a more experienced practitioner wanting to learn more, you will be encouraged and empowered by Craft Elder Elen Hawke's easy-to-follow yet meaningful teaching, while being moved by the beautiful and descriptive language. This guide to the Craft gives you the means to explore further, building a solid foundation for your own life as a witch |
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Experiencing the Green Man by Rob Hardy & Teresa Moorey ISBN: 9781861632494 $33.95 |
So what is different about this new book about the Green Man? The answer is that there are lots of books about the practical, external, search for the Green Man but not a great deal about the inner journey. This book gives proper attention to the practical quest but includes much food for the inner way: a Green Man pathworking, celebration descriptions, a full-blown ritual for invoking and linking with the Green Man, mask making and more. Refreshing. |
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Pagan Visions for a
Sustainable Future Edited by Ly de Angeles, Emma Restall Orr & Thom van Dooren ISBN: 0-7387-0824-0 $32.95 |
Do Pagan
practices lead to an ecological approach to life? What is the role of
magic in contemporary Paganism? How can ancient Pagan codes of behavior
be applied today? Representing diverse arenas of Paganism, eleven established activists, authors and academics passionately debate the critical issues facing modern Pagans. These provocative discussions-exploring feminism, magickal ecology, ancient Egyptian ethics, political activism, globalization, the power of truth, sacred communities, and environmental spirituality -challenge readers to reconsider what it means to be Pagan in the twenty-first century. Authors include: Douglas Essy, Starhawk, Dr Susan Greenwood, and the editors (plus others). |
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Magical Herbalism by Scott Cunningham ISBN: 0875421202 $17.95 Also by Scott Cunningham Encyclopedia of Crystal, Gem & Metal Magic, $27.95 |
Magical Herbalism
unites the powers of plants and man to produce, and direct, change in
accord with human will and desire. This is the Magic of amulets and
charms, sachets and herbal pillows, incenses and scented oils, simples
and infusions and anointments. It's Magic as old as our knowledge of
plants. |
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Wicca: A Guide for the
Solitary Practitioner by Scott Cunningham ISBN: 0-87542-118-0 $23 |
Cunninghams
classic introduction to Wicca is about how to live life magically,
spiritually, and wholly attuned with nature. It is a book of sense and
common sense, not only about magick, but about religion and one of the
most critical issues of today: how to achieve the much needed and
wholesome relationship with our Earth. Cunningham presents Wicca as it
is today: a gentle, Earth-oriented religion dedicated to the Goddess and
God. Wicca also includes Scott Cunninghams own Book of Shadows
and updated appendices of periodicals and occult suppliers. |
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Living Wicca: A Further
Guide for the Solitary Practitioner by Scott Cunningham ISBN: 9780875421841 $23.95 |
Living Wicca is the sequel to Scott Cunningham's wildly successful Wicca: a Guide for the Solitary Practitioner . This book is for those who have made the conscious decision to bring their Wiccan spirituality into their everyday lives. It provides solitary practitioners with the tools and added insights that will enable them to blaze their own spiritual paths - to become their own high priests and priestesses. |
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The Complete Book of
Incense, Oils & Brews by Scott Cunningham ISBN: 0-87542-128-8 $27.95 . |
For centuries the
composition of incenses, the blending of oils, and the mixing of herbs
have been used by people to create positive changes in their lives. With
this book, the curtains of secrecy have been drawn back, providing you
with practical, easy-to-understand information that will allow you to
practice these methods of magical cookery. |
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Cunningham's
Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs by Scott Cunningham ISBN: 9780875421223 $28 |
Do you work magic
with herbs? Do you use them in spells, for talismans or simply use their
innate powers? If you don't have Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Magical
Herbs, you need to get it right away. This book has become a classic in
its field. Paul Beyerl, a respected author on herbs calls it "...an
essential reference book by students of herbalism and magick alike ...
Scott's personable charm touches every page... I highly recommend this
book." And Jeanne Rose, famous author of books on herbs and developer of
an herbal course says "I love books like this ... It is accessible, easy
to read, and with its encompassing index (all too often neglected),
simple to use as well." Over 200,000 people already have this book and
use it frequently. In this edition of the book (it's expanded and revised on the 15th anniversary of original publication) you will find the magical properties and folklore of over 400 herbs! You'll also find lists of herbs based on their magical powers, their genders, their planetary rulers, and more. Perhaps the most important list is the folk name cross-reference. With that information, when a recipe calls for "bramble, " you'll know it needs blackberry. Or if the magic calls for "enebro," you'll know you that is juniper. The main part of this book is the listings of the herbs. Each one includes names, associations, and magical attributions. Violets can be used for protection, luck, love, and more. Primrose is for protection and love. Garlic is for protection, healing, exorcism, lust, and prevention of theft. This book is considered a classic. It is probably consulted more than any other book on this subject. If you want to learn the secrets of magical herbs, this book is a must! |
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African
Vodun: Art, Psychology and Power by Suzanne Preston Blier ISBN: 0-226-05860-3 $69 |
Beads, bones,
rags, straw, leather, pottery, fur, feathers and blood—these are the
raw materials of vodun artworks. The power of these images lies
not only in their aesthetic, and counter-aesthetic, appeal but also in
their psychological and emotional effect. As objects of fury and force,
these works are intended to protect and empower people and cultures that
have long been oppressed. In this first major study of its kind, Suzanne Preston Blier examines the artworks of the contemporary vodun cultures of southern Benin and Togo in West Africa as well as the related voudou traditions of Haiti, New Orleans, and historic Salem, Massachusetts. Blier employs a variety of theoretically sophisticated psychological, anthropological, and art historical approaches to explore the contrasts inherent in the vodun arts—commoners versus royalty, popular versus elite, "low" art versus "high." She examines the relation between art and the slave trade, the psychological dynamics of artistic expression, the significance of the body in sculptural expression, and indigenous perceptions of the psyche. Throughout, Blier pushes African art history to a new height of cultural awareness that recognizes the complexity of traditional African societies as it acknowledges the role of social power in shaping aesthetics and meaning generally. This book will be of critical importance not only to those concerned with African, African American, and Caribbean art, but also to anthropologists, African diaspora scholars, students of comparative religion and comparative psychology, and anyone fascinated by the traditions of voudou and vodun. |
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The Nature of Magic: An
Anthrolpology of Consciousness by Susan Greenwood ISBN: 1845200950 $65 |
This book
examines how and why practitioners of nature religion - Western witches,
druids, shamans - seek to relate spiritually with nature through
'magical consciousness'. 'Magic' and 'consciousness' are concepts that
are often fraught with prejudice and ambiguity respectively. Greenwood
develops a new theory of magical consciousness by arguing that magic
ultimately has more to do with the workings of the human mind in terms
of an expanded awareness than with socio-cultural explanations. She
combines her own subjective insights gained from magical practice with
practitioners' in-depth accounts and sustained academic theory on the
process of magic. She also tracks magical consciousness in philosophy,
myth, folklore, story-telling, and the hi-tech discourse of
postmodernity, and asks important questions concerning nature religion's
environmental credentials, such as whether it as inherently ecological
as many of its practitioners claim. |
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Voodoo and
Afro-Caribbean Paganism by Lilith Dorsey ISBN: 0-8065-2714-5 $29.95 |
Few religions are
as misunderstand as Afro-Caribbean traditions like Voodoo, Yoruba,
Candomble, Shango, Santeria, and Obeah. Even the most wide-ranging books
about Paganism rarely include a discussion of the African earth
religions. A Pagan and Voodoo practitioner, author Lilith Dorsey has
spent years studying the different Afro-Caribbean traditions of North,
Central, and South America. In this thoughtful, well-rounded resource,
she demystifies Voodoo religions once and for all. She explains how
these belief systemsderived from West African religionsare based in a
strong tradition of feminine power, and how all honor the divinities of
energy in the universe known as Orishas. Voodoo and Afro-Caribbean
Paganism provides readers with a comprehensive explanation of each
religion, a discussion of the many issues they face today, and an
up-to-date list of helpful resources. With a foreword by well-known
Wicca and Druid expert Isaac Bonewits, Voodoo and Afro-Caribbean
Paganism provides what Pagan bookshelves have long needed: a clear road
map to understanding the rituals, history, and the shared beliefs and
differences of the many Afro-Caribbean traditions. paperback 209 pgs. |
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A Witches' Bible: The
Complete Witches' Handbook by Janet & Stewart Farrar ISBN 0709072279 $49.95 |
Contents include: The Sabbats; Casting & Banishing the Magic Circle; The Complete Book of Shadows; The Great Rite; Initiation Rites; Consecration Rites; Spells; Witches' Tools; Witchcraft & Sex; Running a Coven; Clairvoyance; Astral Projection. This collection includes two books in one volume, Eight Sabbats for Witches and The Witches' Way and is one of the most comprehensive and revealing works on the principles, rituals and beliefs of modern witchcraft. |
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The Spiral Dance: A Rebirth of the
Ancient Religion of the Goddess (20th Anniversary Edition) by Starhawk ISBN: 0062516329 $32.95 |
The original book that brought Goddess
worship to the public eye still remains an integral part of the Wiccan
canon. Readers interested in learning more about contemporary
witchcraft, whether considering Wicca as a way of life or simply
desiring to understand this earth-based religion, will find a wealth of
information in The Spiral Dance, and will notice that it becomes
one of the most frequently consulted books in their Wicca libraries. From Amazon: This brilliant overview of the growth, supression, and modern-day reemergence of Wicca as a Goddess-worshipping religion has left an indelible mark on the feminist spiritual consciousness. In this beautiful 20th-anniversary edition, Starhawk now reveals the ways in which the practice of ritual and Goddess religion have, in the face of a changing world, developed over the last 20 years – and the ways in which these changes have influenced and enhanced her original ideas. This important spiritual guidebook provides both the tools of ancient practice and the means to adapt them to our lives today – for, according to Starhawk, ‘a living tradition is not static or fixed; it changes and responds to changing needs and changing times. |
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The Twelve Wild Swans: A Journey to the
Realm of Magic, Healing, and Action by Starhawk & Hilary Valentine ISBN: 0062516698 $36.95 |
Starhawk and Hilary Valentine, renowned
leaders in the Wicca movement, use the transformative fairy tale of The
Twelve Wild Swans to teach an advanced class on magic. More
significantly, this is an introduction to a mature level of Wicca called
"reclaiming," a model of witchcraft that blends magic,
personal growth, and activism. The book begins with the first chapter of
the fairy tale, in which a foolish queen wishes to exchange her 12 sons
for a daughter. An old woman "dressed all in black" overhears
the queen and makes the wish come true, granting the queen a daughter
but turning her sons into wild swans. From here the coauthors launch into a back-and-forth structure of telling the story and then stopping to show how it applies to a witch's initiation and transformation. For example, we all must leave the castle in order to heal our past. We all must spend some time wandering in the wilderness before finding our true home, and we all must conquer some form of "wicked vows" before we can reach full maturity. These are wise leaders and strong guides, well worth following on this life-altering fairy tale. |
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The Earth Path: Grounding Your Spirit
in the Rhythms of Nature by Starhawk ISBN: 0060000937 $23 |
From time immemorial, artists and
poets, prophets, and shamans have drawn strength and inspiration from
walking the earth. In The Earth Path, bestselling author Starhawk
takes the reader on a journey into the heart of the natural world,
showing how we can have a more intimate connection with the world that
surrounds us. Institutionalized religions have sacred texts -- messages written in holy books that are the inspiration for their beliefs and rituals. But the sacred texts for Wicca, like other ancient native or indigenous traditions, are written in nature -- in the magic circle of the elements: air, fire, water, and earth. With The Earth Path, Starhawk, an activist, ecofeminist, and leader in the women’s spirituality movement, places you in the center of that magical circle. As you become attuned to the rhythms of the earth, your thinking will shift from focusing on isolated objects to marveling at the multitude of interconnecting patterns and relationships in nature. These patterns and connections can hold the key to your own spiritual renewal and restore your sense of responsibility for preserving this world that nurtures and sustains us. Filled with awareness exercises, inspiring meditations, and magical rituals, The Earth Path not only teaches the reader to respect the ecology of our natural world, but shows how to spiritually connect with and channel the powers inherent in nature. |
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Sunwyse: Celebrating the
Sacred Wheel of the Year in Australia by Roxanne T. Bodsworth ISBN: 0909223033 $15 |
Victorian author Roxanne Bodsworth has produced a wonderful and extremely useful book about the Pagan wheel of the year, as celebrated in Australia. It includes suggestions for each Sabbat, and looks at the various ways that the seasons manifest in Australia. |
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Wicca: The Old Religion in the New Millennium (Revised
& Updated) by Vivianne Crowley ISBN: 1722532717 $27.95 |
This book is an excellent introduction to the modern
practices and beliefs of the revised Craft and is a thorough and
authoritative book about present-day coven witchcraft. Includes:
Witchcraft as a non-dogmatic religion; The misunderstood aspects of
black & white magic; the God & Goddess within us; Why witches
have initiations; The future of witchcraft. REMAINDERED COPY SOLD - NEW COPIES STILL AVAILABLE |