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Operative Witchcraft - Spellwork and Herbcraft in the British Isles (Paperback)
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Operative Witchcraft - Spellwork and Herbcraft in the British Isles (Paperback)
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Loot Price R259
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A comprehensive look at the history and practices of rural English
witchcraft * Explores witch's familiars and fetches, animal magic,
and the forms of witchcraft practiced by rural tradespeople, such
as blacksmiths, herbalists, and artisans * Offers practical insight
into spells, charms, folk incantations, herbal medicine practices,
amulets, sigils, and tools of the craft * Details the evolution of
public perception of witchcraft throughout England's history,
including the laws against witchcraft in place until the 1950s and
witchcraft's contentious relationship with the Christian church In
this practical guide, Nigel Pennick takes the reader on a journey
through the practice of operative witchcraft in the British Isles
from the Middle Ages and the Elizabethan era to the
decriminalization of witchcraft in the 1950s and its practice
today. Highlighting uniquely English traditions, Pennick explores
fetches and witch's familiars, animal magic, and the forms of
witchcraft practiced by rural tradespeople, such as blacksmiths,
herbalists, and artisans, to enhance their professional work and
compel others to do their bidding, both man and beast. He provides
actual spells, charms, and folk incantations, along with details
about the magical use of a variety of herbs, including nightshades,
the creation of amulets and sigils, protection against the Evil
Eye, and the use of aromatic oils. Pennick explains the best times
of day for different types of magic, how to identify places of
power, and the use of the paraphernalia of operative witchcraft,
such as the broom, the witches' dial, and pins, nails and thorns.
He explores the belief in three different types of witches: white
witches, who offer help and healing for a fee; black witches, who
harm others; and gray witches, who practice both white and black
magic. Examining witchcraft's contentious relationship with the
Christian church, he investigates the persecution of witches
throughout the UK and the British West Indies up until the mid-20th
century. He offers a look into the changing public perceptions of
witchcraft and the treatment of its followers as well as revealing
how English churchmen would offer magical solutions to the
perceived threat of black witchcraft. Painting an in-depth picture
of English witchcraft, including how it relates to and differs from
modern Wicca, Pennick reveals the foundation from which modern
witchcraft arose. He shows how this context is necessary to
effectively use these ancient skills and techniques and how the
evolution of witchcraft will continue harmonizing the old ways with
the new.
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