#pagan books
Read this book today and it has some awesome ideas for spell-specific herb bundles.
However…. I’m not sure how to buy the herbs I am not able to grow in my garden? Like, I can buy them in ground-form for tea, but how do I get a sprig of yarrow or a handful of eucalyptus branches??
If you have advise, let me know!!
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Fully illustrated, The Celtic Book of Living and Dying was written as a way to depict the Celtic culture of the journey of the soul from birth to death and ultimately, into the afterlife. Fashioned after the Egyptian and Tibetan Books of the Dead, the author delves into major themes such as the afterlife, time, prophecy, and epic voyages. However, I would not equate the book to being anything near to the works it claims to dutifully embody. Beautifully illustrated with many Celtic depictions, this book gives summarized versions of popular Celtic myths such as that of the Children of Lir, the Celtic hero Cuchulainn, and the Goddess Ceridwen. However, some of these depictions of the Celtic myths are heavily influenced by Christian ideals which skew the premise of these stories.
It appears that Wood chose to convey Celtic culture and myth on a more lighter note, barely skimming the surface of certain myths that take on much darker tones through her work. The book itself reads almost like a children’s book with beautiful artwork and pictures that are reminiscent of ancient Celtic times. However, this doesn’t diminish the fact that this book is poorly organized. Much of the book is the author beginning the retelling of one myth or another while trying to insert it in a way that validates the author’s notion of the myth being connected to the topic outlined such as prophecy, the afterlife, or passage of time while never truly finishing the thought to completion. It was almost frustrating to read as the myths blurred together with thoughts jumbled into the mix.
I wouldn’t recommend this book as a way to discover accurate information about the lifestyle of the Celts or as a way to familiarize yourself with their process of life, death, and rebirth. There are many other books about Celtic lore and history that would be more suitable if one is wishing to learn more about this ancient civilization and its people. Although it has enticing artwork that children may find highly entertaining and appears to have an interesting reference list that one may wish to read through, I would say this book does little justice for furthering ones knowledge on the ancient Celts and Druids. I would even go as far as to say that this book is merely an imitation of ancient Celtic wisdom while inserting the author’s own ideals of the afterlife based on Christian influence. Celtic mythology and lore is not pretty and this book wraps it too neatly in a bow to be seen as a truly accurate depiction of the Celtic lifestyle.
Although this book appears to be filled with fluff material, the author does reference the oral tradition of the Celts and the inability to fully know and understand their culture. There is also something to be said for the fact that Christianity did eventually influence the people of Ireland, Wales, Scotland, and Britain leading to this immersion of culture and religious understanding. However, that does not excuse the author of having misleading information gathered simply to try and validate her understanding of ancient Celtic customs. This is the book of living and dying and should display the brutality of the Celts as well as their kind and hospitable natures. There is light and darkness within all aspects of history and not displaying both accounts is misleading to the reader.
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A Witches World of Magick by Melanie Marquis.new, at Eclectic Artisans Pagan Marketplace
Expand your practice with techniques & traditions from diverse pagan cultures.
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NEW BOOK @ ECLECTIC ARTISANS IN STOCK: SABBATS, A WITCH’S APPROACH TO LIVING THE OLD WAYS
First and foremost, Witchcraft or Wicca is a religion. In The Sabbats, Edain McCoy reveals the eight major holidays of this faith and the many ways in which they are celebrated.
There are two basic types of holidays. The first come at the Solstices and Equinoxes. The others divide the time between those dates in two, resulting in eight major holidays or Sabbats with approximately the same amount of days between them. The balance, here, gives the appearance of spokes in a wheel, so this cycle is commonly called the Wheel of the Year.
The holidays represent two things. First, the harvest cycle. Each holiday represents a time in the growth of crops. From planting to growth, from harvesting to letting the lands lie fallow in the cold winter, the festivals follow the agricultural cycles of ancient times. However, they also represent the eternal love of the God and Goddess, following the God’s birth from the Goddess and his death before she gives birth to him again. This also follows the pattern of the Sun which moves from warm and high in the sky to cold and low in the sky.
The book is filled with ways you can follow the Wheel of the Year, whether you work with a coven, with your family, or by yourself. You will learn the secrets of ritual construction and handicrafts appropriate to each of the festivals. You will also learn recipes for traditional foods for each holiday and even songs appropriate to the Sabbats.
This is a wonderful, joyous book filled with color, information, and wisdom. If you are involved with Paganism in any way, this book is a must for your studies and practices. This book functions as both a resource and as a practical manual for the celebration of the holidays. Get your copy today.
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basically, i’ve found pdfs to nearly every esoteric book i’ve ever heard of, as well as many i haven’t, and it’s semi-organized now, or at least my folder of must-reads is (i don’t have the time to organize hundreds of pdfs into folders, i’m sorry).
here are some books that are definitely well known in modern witchcraft, that i’ve been able to find and acquire!
☽ The Green Witch - Arin Hiscock-Murphy
☽ Traditional Witchcraft: A Cornish Book of Ways - Gemma Gary
☽ The Ancient Greek Magical Papyri
☽ Blackthorn’s Botanical Brews - Amy Blackthorn
☽ Psychic Witch - Mat Auryn
☽ Witchery - Julia Diaz
☽ Spell Crafts - Scott Cunningham
☽ Cunningham’s Book of Shadows - Scott Cunningham
☽ The Teen Spellbook - Jamie Wood
☽ Wiccapedia - Shawn Robbins and Leanna Greenway
☽ The Practical Witch’s Spellbook - Cerridwen Greenleaf
☽ How to Meet and Work With Spirit Guides - Ted Andrews
there are waaaaaaaaaaaaaaay more (hundreds, and counting) but these are some that you’ve probably heard of. plus, if you find that there isn’t a book in the library that you want, just fill out a request form and i’ll get it to you asap :)
here’s the link and happy researching!
These are the books we currently have cataloged for Hellenic polytheism. Feel free to send us suggestions for more books or thoughts on any of these!
Also see our History page for related books on the history of Greece and Greek culture.
Classics
The Iliad by Homer
- Free on Kindle
- Free online (a quick search brings up tons of results)
- There are a number of translations of this text available.
The Odyssey by Homer
- Free on Kindle
- Free online (a quick search brings up tons of results)
- There are a number of translations of this text available.
Mythology and Modern Worship
Bearing Torches: A Devotional Anthology for Hekate by Bibliotheca Alexandrina
Hellenic Polytheism: Household Worship Vol. 1 by Christos Pandion Panopoulos and others
Hellenismos Today by Timothy Jay Alexander
Kharis: Hellenic Polytheism Explored by Sarah Kate Istra Winter
Komos: Celebrating Festivals in Contemporary Hellenic Polytheism by Sarah Kate Istra Winter
Mythology by Edith Hamilton
Myths: Tales of the Greek and Roman Gods by Lucia Impelluso
Persephone Unveiled by Charles Stein
These are the books we currently have cataloged for various forms of divination. Feel free to send in suggestions for other books or add your thoughts to any of these!
Palmistry
Witchcraft, Wicca, and Palmistry Box Set by Alberta Jones and Grace Medina
- Free on Kindle
Tarot
The Tarot Bible by Sarah Bartlett
Tarot: Fortune Telling and Mind Reading Secrets by Crystal Muss
- Free on Kindle
Tarot Made Easy by Nancy Garen
A Tarot Travelogue: An Introductory Course… by Robin Wildt Hansen
- Free on Kindle
These are the books we currently have cataloged for animal-related magic. A separate category will be added later for mythic creatures. Please feel free to send in suggestions or your thoughts on any of these!
Animal Familiars for Beginners by Alexander Chauran
Animal Magick by D. J. Conway
Animal Speak by Ted Andrews
- Much of the info in this book may be appropriative if used by non-Native Americans. The book is otherwise a good reference guide for animal symbolism and has some useful exercises for connecting with animal spirits.
The Once Unknown Familiar by Timothy Roderick
The Witch’s Familiar by Raven Grimassi
These are the books we have cataloged for Wicca and Wiccan witchcraft. Feel free to suggest more books or add thoughts to any of these!
Buckland’s Complete Book of Witchcraft by Raymond Buckland
Cunningham’s Encyclopedia of Wicca in the Kitchen by Scott Cunningham
Living Wicca by Scott Cunningham
- Beginner Friendly
Grimoire of the Green Witch by Ann Moura
- Moura is generally considered a bad source of information. This book is her personal grimoire and is mostly useful for quick reference. Read with caution.
The Way of the Green Witch by Arin Murphy-Hiscock
- May contain a lot of misinformation. See reviews on Amazon for examples.
The Wicca Bible by Ann-Marie Gallagher
- Beginner Friendly
Witchcraft, Wicca, and Palmistry Box Set by Alberta Jones and Grace Medina
- Free on Kindle
These are the books we have cataloged for kitchen witchery. Feel free to send in suggestions or add thoughts to any of these!
Cunningham’s Encyclopedia of Wicca in the Kitchen by Scott Cunningham
Grimoire of a Kitchen Witch by Rachel Patterson
The Kitchen Witch by Soraya
A Kitchen Witch’s Cookbook by Patricia Telesco
Supermarket Magic by Michael Furie
The Wild and Weedy Apothecary by Doreen Shababy
- Also a good resource for herbs
A Witch’s Brew by Patricia Telesco
- Contains historical inaccuracies, but a good resource for magical recipes
These are the books we currently have cataloged for history. As you can see, when I raided my library’s mythology section, the selection was rather limited to Greek and Roman history. Please send in suggestions for books to add, and/or thoughts you have on any of these!
General Witchcraft, Magic, and Pagan Religion
The Encyclopedia of Witchcraft and Magic by Susan Greenwood
- General reference book on the history of magical practices all around the world
World Mythology by Roy Willis
- A quick overview of the mythologies of a number of cultures and civilizations
Greece and Rome
The Ancient Greeks by M. I. Finley
Ancient Rome by Duncan Hill
- Good for emperors and history; very little on religion
Greece and Rome: Builders of Our World by Merle Severy
The Greek and Roman World by W. G. Hardy
The Hellenistic World and the Coming of Rome by Erich S. Gruen
The Heritage of Hellenism by John Ferguson
An Introduction to Roman Religion by John Scheid
The Mycenaeans in History by Alan Samuel
Roman Civilization by Nephtali Lewis and Meyer Reinhold
The Roman Way by Edith Hamilton
These are the books we have cataloged on herb and plant magic. Feel free to suggest others or add your thoughts on any of these!
A Compendium of Herbal Magic by Paul Beyerl
The Complete Book of Incense, Oils, and Brews by Scott Cunningham
Cunningham’s Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs by Scott Cunningham
Encyclopedia of Natural Magic by John Michael Greer
Esoteric Medicine and Practical Magic by Samuel Aun Weor
Healing Wise by Susan S. Weed
Herb Magic for Beginners by Ellen Dugan
The Herbal Alchemist’s Handbook by Karen Harrison
Llewellyn’s Complete Formulary for Magical Oils by Celeste Rayne Heldstab
- Primarily simple recipes rather than lessons on the properties of the ingredients
Magical Herbalism by Scott Cunningham
- Book may contain some misinformation on herbs, but contains some good beginner info nonetheless.
Tree Wisdom by Jacqueline M. Paterson
The Way of the Green Witch by Arin Murphy-Hiscock
- May contain a lot of misinformation. See reviews on Amazon for examples.
The Wild and Weedy Apothecary by Doreen Shababy
- Also a good resource for kitchen witchery as it includes practical recipes
Wild Witchcraft by Marian Green
These are the few books we have cataloged for hedge witchery. Feel free to suggest more or add your opinions to any of these!
The Green Hedge Witch by Rae Beth
Hedge Witch: A Guide to Solitary Witchcraft by Rae Beth
Pagan Portals - Hedge Riding by Harmonia Saille
To Fly By Night: Craft of the Hedgewitch by Veronica Cummer
These are the books on gemstone magic that we currently have cataloged. Feel free to send us new recommendations or thoughts on any of these!
The Complete Book of Talismans, Amulets, and Magic Gemstones by William Thomas Pavitt and Kate Pavitt
The Crystal Bible by Judy Hall
- More common gemstones are found in Volume 1.
The Crystal Bible 2 by Judy Hall
The Crystal Bible 3 by Judy Hall
Crystal Healing and Crystal Magic for Health, Love, and Money by Adam L. Wise
Cunningham’s Encyclopedia of Crystal, Gem, and Metal Magic by Scott Cunningham
Gem Magic: Crystals and Gemstones for Love, Luck, and Power by Brenda Knight
Gemstones: Magic or Science? by Himanshu Shangari
Pocket Guide to Crystals and Gemstones by Sirona Knight
