New York State harbors blood and death, haunted houses, and many ghosts. Read a colorful and horrific history of Peter Stuyvesant, the French and Indian War, and 9/11. Meet pre-Revolutionary ghost Jane McRea, the headless soldier of Fort Niagara, the spirit of Grace Brown of Big Moose Lake, and those who haunt Boldt Castle, Kings Park State Hospital, and West Point. Meet a few monsters, too: Champ, Bigfoot, and, of course, the Headless Horseman. Pull up a chair and delight to fascinating tales of New York.

Cosmic Rituals - An Astrological Guide to Wellness, Self-Care and Positive Thinking is the ultimate guide to taking care of yourself and harnessing your powers. With a focused chapter for each star sign, Cosmic Rituals covers everything from hints and tips for self-care, and de-stressing, to mindful meditations and techniques to help you feel energised and ready for anything. There's herbal healing to soothe the soul, and sleep rituals to get you in the Zzz-zone, plus a selection of mantras to help you get up and glow. There's no one size fits all when it comes to taking care of yourself, but your star sign provides a blueprint, which you can work with. Whether you're a tenacious bull who prefers routine or a sensitive crab that takes on the world's woes, the character traits associated with each sign mean you'll need a unique approach to selfcare and wellbeing. There really is no better way to find your sparkle, than by looking to the stars!

In the ancient world, men and women joined cults known as Mysteries to unite with the deities of the otherworld and achieve eternal life. The most important of the Mysteries existed for two millennia at the village of Eleusis. Its deities were Demeter and Persephone, interchangeable in their roles as mother and daughter. The initiations and other rituals of this goddess-based cult were a profound secret: divulging information was punishable by death. For centuries, scholars have probed the secrets of the Eleusinian Mysteries and "kykeon, its sacramental Eucharist -- a sacred drink containing psychoactive chemicals similar to those in LSD. Their discoveries have been buried in the arcane language of alchemy, the occult sciences, and secret societies. Here, in prose accessible to all readers, Carl Ruck unravels the Mysteries, revealing the awesome powers of the goddesses, as well as the pagan underpinnings of Western culture.

Notions of magic and healing have been changing over past years and are now understood as reflecting local ideas of power and agency, as well as structures of self, subjectivity and affect. This study focuses on contemporary urban Russia and, through exploring social conditions, conveys the experience of living that makes magic logical. By following people's own interpretations of the work of magic, the author succeeds in unraveling the logic of local practice and local understanding of affliction, commonly used to diagnose the experiences of illness and misfortune.

Explores concepts central to Christianity, the kingdom of Heaven, son of God, baptism, and resurrection.  Jesus is seen as a representative of an ancient and continuing wisdom tradition identified with that of the Sufis. By his distinctive use of stories for teaching purposes, his sayings, and what the Sufis call 'action-teachings', including those actions known as 'miracles', Jesus is shown to have been quintessentially a Sufi master. Max Gorman shows how Sufism illuminates from within concepts central to Christianity: the kingdom of Heaven, son of God, baptism, resurrection - which can then be seen as states and stages in an evolutionary philosophy. This new edition of the classic work includes a new chapter on Gnosis.

Alameda, Oakland, and Berkeley, California (across the bay from San Francisco), don't have much in common at first glanceuntil after dark. Visit with none-too-friendly ghosts of the Pardee Home Museum who, even now, still talk to visitors. Learn about the poltergeist in a medical office that levitates ashtrays and throws typewriters. Read about a threatening, smoky wraith that glides across the gym at the Alameda High School. Explore Mound Street, former Native American burial grounds, and the cemetery ghosts of Mills College. A psychic shares her impression of an Alameda restaurant. Find out how a dead neighbor communicated through a computer screen. Public buildings and private homes, and even a student co-op are not immune from spirits haunting Alameda, Berkeley, and Oakland. To those of us who believe, ghosts are everywhere; these cities are no exception.

In Spirit Hacking, Shaman Durek, a sixth-generation shaman, shares life altering shamanic keys allowing you to tap into your personal power. You will banish fear and darkness from your life in favour of light, positivity and strength. Shaman Durek's bold and sometimes controversial wisdom shakes loose our assumptions about ourselves and the world around us. He ultimately teaches us how to step fearlessly out of this Blackout (the age of darkness we are currently experiencing) and access a place of fierce empowerment by use of tools and techniques of timeless Shamanic tradition. This transformation is both personal and collective; as individuals step out of darkness and begin to experience the light, we bring our loved ones and communities out of the shadows as well. Shaman Durek inherited a rich legacy of ancient wisdom and now shares this knowledge for a modern context. He advises everyone from celebrities to royals. Spirit Hacking shatters readers' complacency, giving them tools to navigate the tumultuous times in which we find ourselves. We will emerge from this period happier, lighter, and more vibrant than ever before. 'Shaman Durek breaks barriers and helps you to connect to your deeper self. Spirit Hacking is one of his many tools for bringing spiritual wellness into your life. He empowers you to shine your brightest you.' Jasmine Hemsley, wellbeing expert and author of East by West 'I didn't have any understanding of the spirit world and how much power it could add to my life until I met Shaman Durek. I'm new to all this but with the help of Shaman Durek and Spirit Hacking I've developed a deeper connection to my myself and my personal spiritual path.' - Nina Dobrev, actress and activist 'Shaman Durek cuts through the noise of the modern spirituality scene, and tells it like it is - making Spirit Hacking seem more relevant than ever for our modern lives today. Larger than life and with the presence of a true guru, Durek is a real deal prophet for the Now Age.' - Ruby Warrington, author of Material Girl, Mystical World and Sober Curious.

There are paranormal mysteries in Wisconsin that have people asking questions, looking for help, and reaching out to someone anyone who can understand the strange occurrences they are facing. The Southern Wisconsin Paranormal Research Group (SWPRG) wont ignore these cries for help. Within these pages, everyday people who have paranormal situations plaguing them in their daily lives bare all to SWPRG via email. The group listens and then reacts. Can these haunting mysteries be explained? Or are they something that should be swept under the rug, forgotten, left alone for someone else to worry about? Sometimes scary, sometimes funny, now you can see the very first contact made in the connection between paranormal investigator and haunted client. Put yourself in that situation of doubt and concern as you consider what you would do if such a haunt beset your life. Out of 11,000 emails, these were selected to share with you. Read at your own risk.

Although more than fifty years old, this book possesses the rare attribute of being as youthful and actual today as it was when first written. This is because "Initiations" offers something to the sincere and earnest seeker, which is so hard to find in the enormous quantity of literature about human spiritual and occult endeavors, in the striving for the solution to the burning problems of inner life. It has been possible only because the author of "Initiations" really lived through everything he describes in such a fascinating way. This urges the reader to attempt the Path for himself, which is by no means impossible, for that Path is utterly independent of any outer conditions, such as race, age, worldly position, family ties, and so on. It remains open to everyone who has the eyes to see and the ears to hear. The book explains in the simplest way, but one which reaches into the ultimate depths of the human soul, all the problems dealing with modern and ancient occult philosophy and spiritual searching, as well as social and political conundrums of this and probably also future periods. It is translated from the french by the noted hermeticist and mystic Mouni Sadhu.

Visit the Austin, Texas, where the dead speak and have many tales to tell. Take a macabre guided tour that includes the most haunted hotel in Texas, the stately Driskill; the Speakeasy, where ordering "spirits" has a different meaning; and the Paggi Blacksmith Shop, where at least one tenant is still laughing, years after he died. Discover the possible connection between Austin's first serial killer and Whitechapel's most notorious madman. Find out what happens when the sun goes down and the bats take fight in one of Texas' most unusual and fascinating cities. It seems, in Austin, no one can escape the dead.

Explore tales of legendary creatures that haunt New England forests, lakes, sea, and sky. Learn of blazing beaches and strange objects raining down from the heavens. Relive the terror of killer storms, tornadoes, and deadly infernos. The region has played host to cryptid creatures (sea and lake monsters, Bigfoot, satyrs, thunderbirds, and more). From frozen human hibernation and spontaneous human combustion, to UFO abductions, witchcraft, and vampires, New England is where it's at!

Animals impact our world - and us - everyday, in countless ways. Here, find 33 stories told by people who have felt incredible connections with their animal companions. See how children with autism have found saviors in their animal friends in ways that positively affected their disability. Swim with dolphins, as one artist did, to find the meaning of life. Run with the Speedwell Wolves, housed in a Pennsylvania sanctuary to learn how people/animal associations are not always wise. Visit with the Dolly Llama, mistress of a petting zoo, to find that she is not just another pretty face. Go to Gettysburg for a dog's last hurrah. Find out about cat ladies, a dog who rings for service, an amazing escaping rabbit, and what it's like to interact with a butterfly. Included are instructions for you to become an animal communicator, pendulum, animal healing guidance, and information about pet grieving - not yours, but your pet's! Animals are making an impact! Now you can make an impact by connecting with them!

A round, mostly black and white deck with two lurking splashes of color, The Gorgon's Tarot is an innovative and inspired way to read the tarot. With Dolores Fitchie's discreet, tongue-in-cheek humor, it's also engaging and fun to read! The traditional 78-card deck is complemented by an additional Major Arcanum card, The Blind Gorgon. This card can be used in a reading as a "wild card," as what some Tarot authors call the significator, or as a general atmosphere-setting concept. Unabashedly feminine and a restrained paean of praise to the animal kingdom, it features a largely female cast, lots of animal companions, commentators, bodyguards and familiars, and a mixed bag of traditional and not-so-traditional imagery, with traces of unorthodoxy here and there. It is suitable for both beginners and experienced readers, and ideal for those who enjoy images with more than one meaning, who can make up their own stories by simply looking at the images. All you need is an uninhibited imagination.

The ancient practice of shamanism touches many cultures and spiritual philosophies. This book offers an in-depth look at the beliefs and practices centered on the shaman, a person believed to have powers to heal and communicate with the spirit world. It explores shamanism and its associated myths, artifacts, and legends as a communally endorsed acknowledgment of the supernatural or spirit world that evolved in the Neolithic Period and continues to appeal today. The work is heavily illustrated, featuring more than 90 of the author's drawings of masks, fetishes, carvings and ongon, and 40 rare photographs of shamans, medicine men and women, and healers.

Rupert the rabbit is curious, furry, brown, and helpful, and it seems his lessons never end! With the help of human, animal, and fairy friends, he learns about reducing, reusing, and recycling, and how each of us has an important part to play in taking care of the world around us. A cloud of dragonflies, a singing frog, a lonely snail, a smart cat, and even a clever crow all have things to teach Rupert throughout his adventures in these four stories. Rupert's Tales are enhanced by 40 vivid pastel illustrations that create scenes sure to spark a sense of wonder at the beauty of nature. Lyrically enchanting, Rupert's adventures lovingly introduce children to the important task of fostering our natural environment.

"Why am I here and what have I done of worth?" Find these answers as you explore emotions, fears, hopes, and self-realizations with this 46-card oracle depicting beautiful and strong women representing everyday issues. Improve yourself, day-by-day, as you find answers to doubts in your heart or struggles along your path by allowing the oracle to help you see where you were, where you are now, and where you may be going. As you journey, you will find that though our paths may not look the same, we are all seeking the same truths. But your journey, through these cards, will reflect your personal pathway to those truths. Whether the cards advise you to "Stand up, dig your heels in, and fight back" or that "Even on the dreariest day, the sun is still there behind the clouds," you will feel the pull of your heart strings as you warm to the beat of a journey meant only for you.Includes cards and book.

Do witches hold a form of understanding about great cosmic mysteries? Do they possess powers to heal and see our futures? Travel through a history of witchcraft and meet mothers and fathers of the Craft who fought for their civil rights and recognition for Pagan religions. Learn about Pagans, Wiccans, and witches. Glimpse the lives of famous witches: Gerald Gardner, Sybil Leek, Laurie Cabot, and others who laid the groundwork for respect that witches have today. Learn spells and crafts from Elders and modern-day witches; see rare interviews and newspaper clippings. Read the injustices that happen today and how you can make a difference for witches, Pagans, and Wiccans today. Don't talk about religious freedom, understand it.

Journey with The Paranormal Adventurers as they blaze a new path to Long Island's most perplexing paranormal mysteries: ghosts, ghouls, and monsters. See an apparition of a long-dead ship's captain as it appears to a passenger on the Port Jefferson Ferry during a lightening storm. Cringe as a hooded humanoid creature with thin arms and long, black, boney fingers is spotted in a tree on a residential street in upscale Farmingdale. Meet a white, waxen ghoul as it walks outside a haunted cemetery in Yaphank, only to disappear into the woods as a massive Halloween night ghost hunt begins. These stories - and more - are written in an in-depth investigative reporter's style, supplying useful information and aids to conduct your own paranormal hunts. Do you think these strange anomalies and mysteries don't exist? Think again!

Trust your inner guide, senses, feelings, emotions, and thoughts with Inner Realms Tarot. A deck filled with rich colors and dynamic designs, 78 magical Tarot cards are marked with key words that help you think intuitively. Enhance your readings and quickly begin reaching out to claim your own inspiration. Meditate on the artwork to soothe the body, calm the mind, and bring insight as you receive answers for the questions you bring to the Tarot. A concise companion book will help you learn to navigate the spiritual world for guidance in becoming an intuitive reader. Add new dimensions to your readings by allowing a world of dreams and magical things to wash over your inner self.Includes cards and book.

"Tessas deep intimacy with Teresa of Avila . . . creates an invitational space for readers of any tradition (or none) to enter into their own transformational relationship with the wild woman of Avila."Mirabai Starr. This fresh, upbeat, and deftly profound book joyfully reconnects the fullness of our lives and the depth of our prayer. Much more than yet another book about a great saint who once was, it actually rekindles something of St. Teresas outrageous spiritual impulse for contemporary readers, particularly those who describe themselves as "spiritual, not religious." Tessa Bielecki is the author of several books on St. Teresa of Avila, as well as a former Abbess. "

Journey through supernatural Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Connecticut, and Maine to experience 20 real encounters with ghosts and phantasms. Within these pages visit ghostly homes, haunted shipwrecks, businesses, and famous spooky historical places, as you explore paranormal situations that defy rational explanation. Read about a spirit cat continuing to make her presence known to help her grieving owner, and a ghost that stands in a doorway, but cannot come in. Experience objects that appear out of nowhere and consider the persistent appearance of the same name, number, and visions. Find out how dreams and intuition can become reality. See actual pictures of apparitions and paranormal phenomena. You are sure to experience some of the spookiest and creepiest encounters from New England in this spooky second volume.

Journey through the Pine Tree state to the very cusp of believability and the truly bizarre to find out about Maine's contemporary UFO and alien activity. Discover tales of alien abductions, UFO confrontations with the military, strange lights in the sky, and other startling encounters. Read over 20 stories and review numerous sightings reported by Mainers between the years 2000 and 2013 of strange extraterrestrial encounters. Meet the Men in Black (MIB) as they threaten and frighten eyewitnesses. Visit the Allagash Wilderness Waterway where four men were abducted and transported to a UFO from their canoes. Feel the terror of a man who, after seeing a bright light in the skies of Starks, was struck by a red beam from an alien craft. Share the skies with two amateur pilots near Boothbay Harbor...and a UFO. The strangeness of Maine's Ufology will creep into your subconscious, but it will fascinate you as well.