|
|
Books > Health, Home & Family > Mind, body & spirit > The Occult > Magic, spells & alchemy
Have you lost an important object? Are you taking on a new job?
Looking for buried treasure? "The Art and Practice of Geomancy"
teaches readers how to divine the answers to life's everyday
questions, such as health, luck, new jobs, and love, as well as the
less mundane: finding buried treasure, predicting the weather,
being released from prison, identifying secret enemies. Greer
delivers to readers an ancient system of divination in an
easy-to-use form, requiring little more than a pen and piece of
paper.Using a system of odd and even numbers, from a deck of cards,
roll of the dice, or even by hitting sand with a stick to generate
patterns, the reader learns to cast their own geomantic chart. And
for those who wish to take the practice further, he offers deeper
exercises for geomantic meditation, and geomantic ritual magic.
"The Art and Practice of Geomancy" will appeal to pagans, followers
of the Western Mystery Tradition, scholars of folk-magic and
divination, and anyone who wants to take their past, present, and
future into their own hands. Each geomantic chart is, in a certain
sense, a snapshot of one set of possibilities arising from the
dance of the four elements in the anima mundi, and a sense of the
dance itself - even if that sense is imperfect, as it may be, and
wordless, as it must be - provides the context for every geomantic
reading.
The political philosopher and writer William Godwin (1756-1836),
who was also the husband of writer Mary Wollstonecraft and father
of Mary Shelley, was known for his philosophical works and novels.
In this work, originally published in 1834, Godwin turns to the
issue of the supernatural, and to some of the famous - and
sometimes unexpected - people associated with it. He begins by
defining some magic practices, such as divination, astrology, and
necromancy, giving examples of the latter from the Bible. The
remainder of the work consists of brief sketches of people and
places involved in the occult world, beginning in the Ancient
Middle East and Greece, surveying the Christian era in Europe, and
ending with the New England witch trials. In a remarkable work of
synthesis, he discusses apparently supernatural episodes in the
lives of many historical figures, from Socrates and Virgil to Joan
of Arc and James I.
Harness the moon's magical powers in your everyday life with The
Moon Power Boxed Set from lunar energy expert Diane Ahlquist. Tap
into the hidden power of the moon with The Moon Power Boxed Set,
featuring two enchanting books that will teach you how to harness
the moon's mystical energies in your everyday life. This collection
includes: Moon Spells: Diane Ahlquist guides you on your journey of
attuning your spirit with the moon's energy, offering spells that
can be conducted at exactly the right lunar moment to enhance the
flow of power and make wishes come true. Moon Magic: Learn how the
lunar phases influence our emotions and wellbeing differently and
how to harness that power for healing, emotional strength, and
physical and mental wellness.
At age 18, Damien Echols was sentenced to death for a crime he
didn't commit. "I spent my years in prison training to be a true
magician," he recalls. "I used magick - the practice of reshaping
reality through our intention and will - to stave off incredible
pain, despair, and isolation. But the most amazing feat of all that
practice and study was to manifest my freedom." With High Magick,
this bestselling author shares his first instructional book on the
powerful spiritual practice that helped him overcome his struggles
- so you can learn how to transform your own reality. What is High
Magick? The tradition Damien teaches is not about stage tricks or
illusions - it is an ancient discipline of spiritual realisation
kept alive for thousands of years. Here he offers clear training
for modern audiences on meditations and practices such as the
Four-Fold Breath, the Qabalistic Cross, the Lesser Rituals of the
Pentagram, using sigils and talismans, and working with angelic
forces of creation. "Magick is a journey," teaches Damien. "It's a
continuously unfolding path that has no end - meant for
questioners, seekers, and those who desire to peel away the surface
of reality to see what lies beneath." If you're ready to discover
your untapped potential for co-creating your reality with the
energy of the divine, then join this extraordinary teacher to begin
your training in High Magick.
Collectanea Hermetica Volume III: Hermetic Art. This book was part
of the curriculum studied by members of the original Order of the
Golden Dawn. The Hermetic Art by a Lover of Philalethes is an essay
regarding the Art of bringing all imperfect metals into perfection.
The volumes of Westcott's Collectanea Hermetica appeared over there
three years from 1893 to 1896 when the Golden Dawn was at its peak.
In every volume the intellectual integrity of the authors is
evident, as is an eagerness to bring academic respectability to
subjects derided by their contemporaries. This edition was Edited
Darcy Kuntz. A Note by W. Wynn Westcott; Preface to the "Hermetic
Art," by Sapere Aude; Preface to the "Hermetic Art," Parts II &
III by A Lover of Philaletha; Introduction to the "Hermetic Art" by
Tommy Westlund; An Introduction to "Alchemy" by S.S.D.D.; The
Hermetic Art, Parts I, II, & III; Notes, Reviews and
Bibliography. Hardbound. 6x9. xxxvi, 96 pp. This is the first
corrected edition since Westcott's edition which was originally
published in 1894. This edition has been Corrected against the
original editions: Part 1 (1714); Parts 2 & 3 (1715);
Westcott's edition (1894). Parts 2 & 3 were never reprinted by
Westcott and this is the first edition to contain all three Parts
together. "The three parts transform the complete treatise into a
coherent document" from Tommy Westlund's Introduction. It also
contains two reviews from 1894 and a rare illustration of an
Athanor which Geber invented (1542). .
Celebrate spring and summer as a time of renewal with Flora the
Roman Goddess of flowers and learn about balance in Litha. As the
nights get longer, create beautiful garlands of herbs to ward off
evil spirits. Explore the magic of each month, with mystical tips
and practical projects, and delve into the annual cycle of a modern
mystical year. With supersitions and sayings, crystals, birds and
beasts, this is a book for the modern mystic that is accessible for
everyone. Based on spirituality in nature, The Mystical Year
reveals how to wind down, and celebrate the seasons with folklore,
festivals and simple, creative projects for each month of the year.
Whether you're an out-and-proud witch in progress, or a witch in
the broom closet, this spellbinding beginner's book will teach you
how to discover the natural magick within you, and use it to
thrive! Natural magick is all about working in harmony with your
environment, harnessing the power of nature to unlock your inner
magickal potential. From foraging and using herbs in spells, to
using sun or moonlight in cleansing rituals to understanding the
changing of the seasons and their impact on your powers, this book
is an invaluable guide to anyone interested in exploring natural
magick. This magick has the power to transform your relationship
with yourself, the people around you, and the natural world.
Featuring introductions to everything you need to know to get
started in your Craft, this is the ultimate guide that you will
want to return to again and again as you develop your practice, and
discover how magical Witchcraft is as a form of self-care.
Including tried-and-true tips and tricks taken from The Witch of
the Forest's personal grimoire, learn about: How to build a
budget-friendly practice using only simple tools and ingredients in
your cupboards The witch's wheel of the year Spellcraft Candle
magick Herbs and foraging Divination, such as tarot, scrying and
pendulum dowsing Creating your own sigils A witch's relationship to
the moon, sky and nature How to practice witchcraft discretely in
the broomcloset ... and much more! Suitable for every type of witch
and witchling - green, house, eclectic, solitary, or undecided! -
this book also includes a pendulum board that you can remove to
help answer all your questions. If you are a witch in the broom
closet, simply remove the jacket from this book or download as an
ebook for more discreet reading. Ground yourself in your magick,
and embrace the simpler, but just as powerful side of the modern
witching hour! The Witch of the Forest's Guide to... series are a
collection of guides for different areas of witchcraft, focusing on
the relationship between magic, the natural world and the self.
"Voodoo Hoodoo" is the unique variety of Creole Voodoo found in
New Orleans. "The Voodoo Hoodoo Spellbook" is a rich compendium of
more than 300 authentic Voodoo and Hoodoo recipes, rituals, and
spells for love, justice, gambling luck, prosperity, health, and
success.
Cultural psychologist and root worker Denise Alvarado, who grew
up in New Orleans, draws from a lifetime of recipes and spells
learned from family, friends, and local practitioners. She traces
the history of the African-based folk magic brought by slaves to
New Orleans, and shows how it evolved over time to include
influences from Native American spirituality, Catholicism, and
Pentecostalism. She shares her research into folklore collections
and 19th- and 20th- century formularies along with her own magical
arts.
"The Voodoo Hoodoo Spellbook" includes more than 100 spells for
Banishing, Binding, Fertility, Luck, Protection, Money, and more.
Alvarado introduces readers to the Pantheon of Voodoo Spirits, the
Seven African Powers, and other important Loas, Prayers, Novenas,
and Psalms, and much, much more, including:
* Oils and Potions: Attraction Love Oil, Dream Potion, Gambler's
Luck Oil, Blessing Oil
* Hoodoo Powders and Gris Gris: Algier's Fast Luck Powder,
Controlling Powder, Money Drawing Powder
* Talismans and Candle Magic
* Curses and Hexes
Always practise safe hex . . . New York Times bestselling author
Rachel Hawkins, writing as Erin Sterling, follows her sensational
TikTok hit, The Ex Hex, and casts a spell with a new spine-tingling
romance full of wishes, witches, and cursed kisses. 'A spooky
romantic comedy treat that had me sighing at one page, laughing out
loud at the next' TESSA BAILEY on The Ex Hex Readers ADORED The Ex
Hex! 'If Sabrina the Teenage Witch and Gilmore Girls had a book
baby, it would be THE EX HEX. And yes, it's just as glorious as it
sounds!' 'I loved and adored everything about this book . . .
everything I was looking for! 5/5 stars!' 'The vibes were
immaculate' 'One of the best rom-coms I've read all year! . . .
It's Practical Magic meets Gilmore Girls and I am a hundred percent
OBSESSED!' 'Definite Gilmore Girls vibes but with more magic and
sex' 'A fantastic romance with more than a touch of magic' 'This
book is pitched as Hocus Pocus, but it bangs and it certainly did'
........................................ Magic doesn't always play
by the rules. Gwyn Jones is perfectly happy with her life in Graves
Glen. She's formed a powerful new coven with her family; she's
running a successful witchcraft shop, Something Wicked; and she's
mentoring some of the younger witches in town. As Halloween
approaches, there's only one problem - Llewellyn 'Wells' Penhallow.
Wells has come to Graves Glen for two reasons: to re-establish his
family's connection to the town and to make a new life for himself
away from his father. But when he opens a magic shop of his own
just across the street from Gwyn's, he quickly learns that going up
against her won't be as easy as he thought . . . especially after
an accidentally magic-inspired - and very hot - kiss. While Gwyn
and Wells are fully committed to their witchy rivalry, they soon
find themselves thrown together once again to deal with the sudden
appearance of a mysterious new coven and Gwyn's growing concern
that something - or someone - is messing with her magic . . .
........................................ Praise for The Ex Hex, an
unmissable treat! 'Sterling's novel is ultimately crisp and sweet,
like biting into the perfect caramel apple . . . will sweep readers
up into a world of whimsical magic' Kirkus 'Filled with delightful
witchiness and humor . . . a fluffy Halloween treat' Publishers
Weekly 'A delightful and witty take on witchy mayhem' PopSugar 'You
can't help but smile and laugh while reading The Ex Hex . . .
Perfect for anyone who needs more witchy content in their lives'
The Nerd Daily
The Magical Writings of Florence Farr. Introduction by Caroline
Wise. Edited by Darcy Kuntz. Contains the following books: The
Magic of a Symbol (This book contains Farr's ideas on symbolism,
the Kabbalah, Egyptian magic, the Vedanta, Rosicrucians and
Alchemy); The Magical Literati of Florence Farr (The Golden Dawn
Papers; The Way of Wisdom (An Investigation Of The Meanings Of The
Letters Of The Hebrew Alphabet Considered As A Remnant Of Chaldean
Wisdom); and A Calendar of Philosophy. Also contains a Florence
Farr Bibliography.
Regency England was a pivotal time, remembered for its political
uncertainty with a changing monarchy, the Napoleonic Wars, and a
population explosion in London. In Susanna Clarke's fantasy novel
Jonathan Strange and Mr. Norrell, the era is also witness to the
unexpected return of magic. Locating the consequences of this
eruption of magical unreason within the context of England's
imperial history, this study examines Merlin and his legacy, the
roles of magicians throughout history, the mythology of
disenchantment, the racism at work in the character of Stephen
Black, the meaning behind the fantasy of magic's return, and the
Englishness of English magic itself. Looking at the larger
historical context of magic and its links to colonialism, this
inaugural treatment offers both a fuller understanding of the
ethical visions underlying Clarke's groundbreaking novel of madness
intertwined with magic, while challenging readers to rethink
connections among national identity, rationality, and power.
Constructing a functional system of magic that helps readers
suspend disbelief is a crucial part of worldbuilding in the fantasy
genres. Yet creating a believable, compelling and original
fictional universe can be daunting. To help inspire writers, this
guide provides an overview of how magic has been understood in
history and used in myth, legend and modern fiction. Different
forms of magic are explored and a broad range of stories-from
Nordic myths to modern novels-are described and referenced.
Discussion explores how magic as a concept shapes, and is shaped
by, fictional worlds and societies.
|
You may like...
In Waves
Colin Richardson, Martyn 'Ginge' Ford
CD
R230
Discovery Miles 2 300
White Pony
Chi Cheng, Scott Olson, …
CD
(1)
R230
Discovery Miles 2 300
|