ANGELMAGIC :
GeoffreyJames (£12.95 199pages. S.Back. 1997. Isbn 1-56718-368-9).
This book is about the heritage of the, once by Christianity banned, magic of angels. Yet the subject of angels generally
is also connected to the wider realms in Paganism with regards to spirit guides, fetches, power animals, totem beasts and
son on. This book considers several parts of this magic: What are angels ?, Where are they coming from ? Are they real ?,
How did they survived ?, The subject is one of the most important and highest kinds of magic of the occult, it has a range
of rituals to study the art of angels with their incarnation of the elements and the universe. And there are more than hundred
weird sources and over fifty magickal alphabets.W
EARTH DIVINATION, EARTH MAGIC : John Michael Greer ($12.95
224pages. S.Back. 1999. Isbn 1-56718-312-3). This book is a very practical guide to Geomancy, it's a western magical oracle
that' s forgotten in time. It' s a very fast and easy way to tell the future, based on communication with the energies of
the earth. It' s the least well-known method of divination, it' s one of the three major kind' s together with astrology and
tarot. It' s a very illustrated. It contains the 16 figures and their correspondences in detail; how to cast and read the
chart. It contains the origins, the spread and the meaning of Geomancy. It explains also the connection between the geomancy
and magic, consecrating instruments, scrying and meditation. Also given are the sigils and talismans, and a medieval handbook
of geomancy which is quit interesting. -Very good and interesting book- W
FEARY WICCA TAROT : Kisma K. Stepanich
($29.95 419pages. Box. 1999. Isbn: 1-56718-696-3). These Tarot-carts are based on Ancient Irish Faery tradition, that
once was told by the ancient bards. It's a crossing between Irish mythology and faery Wicca. The Tarot includes book and deck.
The deck exists out of 83 very beautiful cards based on the 4 elements: Air, Fire, Water and Earth. The book is a well instructed
guide which gives you a properly explanation of the meaning of the cards which contains the meaning, the card description,
oghams, alphabets and symbols, some of them contain a faery Lore. There' s also 4 special faery journey cards included to
help you during your journey through the land of ancient Irish mythology. They symbolise sacred objects. -Very nice addition
to a mythological collection.- W
EARTH POWER : Scott Cunningham ($9.95 153pages.
S.Back. 1997. Isbn 0-87542-121-0). This is a book about not only what might be regarded as the easiest form of magic but
also perhaps the most ancient and the most natural: the magick which opened our ancestors eyes as sentient beings and spurred
them on to evolution and culture: magic of nature. It contains the elemental magic (Air, Water, Fire and Earth) and other
symbols of nature like wax, sea, storm, trees, stones. This is the book for the magic for a better world, to respect the art
of nature, to understand it' s magical powers. This book is concerned about simple, less complex magic. There are spells to
involve the symbols of nature, it contains rituals and divination who are very well explained. W
HERBAL ALMANAC YEAR 2000 : ($6.95.19 320pages. S.Back.
2000. Isbn 1-567218-961-X). The herbal lore of our ancestors is gradually becoming re-ntegrated into modern life for enhancement
and renewal. This book is a valuable aid for those wishing to make herbal practice a living and dynamic part of the Pagan
of life. It is packed with a wide range of articles divided into six main sections which are: Growing and Gathering Herbs.
Culinary Herbs. Herbs for Health. Herbs for Beauty. Herb Crafts. Herb History, Myth, and Magic. It covers a range of valuable
advice and techniques from growing crops through to health and fitness and magical use. The authors are: Carly Wall; Carolyn
Moss; Penny Kelly; Susan Weed; Ellen Everet Hopman; Bernyce Barlow; Leeda Alleyn Pacitti; Harry MacCormack; Joan Hinckley;
Marguerite Elsbeth; Gretchen Lawlor; Deborah Laewlor; Judy Griffin; K>D.Spitzer; Raven Gromassi; Susan Wittig Albert; Deborah
Duchon.. W
IN PRAISE OF THE CRONE : Dorothy Morrison
($14.95 239pages. S.Back. 1999. Isbn 1-56718-468-5). Messianism denied the natural cycles of time in male and female.
Particularly for the female where the wise woman or crone of pagan times became the evil witch or old hag and where the youth
became a dictatorship to deny natural and wondrous stages of the entirety of female life. This book restores the balance.
It celebrates post-monopausal femininity. It teaches many aspects of female spirituality, rebirthing of the self, creating
a spiritual sanctuary, becoming the Crone and rituals, and other important themes. It also has a range of simple rituals for
charging and enhancing aspects of the crone of women, and also a range of recipes for harmonising and healing different parts
of the physical body during its periods of transition. Excellent appendices on: 1. stone us and their magical associations;
2. Herbs, plants, flowers and their magical associations; 3. magical outline work sheet; 4.magical symbols for feminine empowerment;
5.Goddess associations for the menopause. W
THE GODDESS PATH : Patricia Monaghan ($14.95
243pages. S.Back. 1999. Isbn 1-56718-467-7). This book makes for a practical reference to the subject of "The Goddess".
For unlike the Messianic concept of "God" as a universal one-size fits all dogma needing to destroy all other forms, the Pagan
definition and reality of the God and Goddess as an all embracing totality as an interacting synergistic bi-polarity expressing
the pantheistic energies of the Eternal Oneness. So with the Goddess. She is all around us and is manifest in our lives and
our traditions in many forms. This book will guide you through a variety of these forms from various pagan tribal traditions
(e.g. Norse; Celtic; Indian; Egyptian; etc) . Each chapter has questions and activities, and contains an outline and description
of the symbols, the myths and the meanings. The forms which are explored for each Goddess are the concepts and processes and
stages of: thee Lover; the Crone; The Maiden; The Lover; the Daughter.
HEREDITARY WITCHCRAFT: RavenGrimassi ($14.95 252 pages . S.back 1999 .ISBN 1-56718-256-9)The concept of ages, generations, family/clans,
ancestry and the skills and characteristics of ages is important to Paganism. Amongst
the many things a child can learn from its parents and adapt it to its life is, Witchcraft, as the author claims. His parents
initiated him into the secrets of traditional Witchcraft of Italy. In this book Grimassi discusses shamanic practices of the
Old religion, Myths and legends, moon ,seasonal and runic rituals ,as well as the importance of heredity of the family witches
,that is passed through the generations. Chapters include "Witchcraft in old Italy
"the importance of the blood, goddess/god aspects Myths of fairies, solitary rituals and moon runic workings etc. The author
also pays tribute to famous Magickians of the past century that have inspired the present ways of the old religion and witchcraft.
THE MAGICIAN's CRAFT: CREATING MAGICAL TOOLS Chic
Cicero&SandraT.Cicero($16.95 343 pages S.back 1999,ISBN 1-56718-256-9) Undoubtedly the Hermetic Order of the
Golden Dawn was the developer of Western Ceremonial magick. Amongst the many occult/magickal techniques the order of the Golden
Dawn used to gain touch with the divine. It also used a variety of specific crafted tools within the context of its ceremonial
workings. This book is a reference on these tools, their meaning and their construction. It includes step to step detailed
instructions on how to create your own Golden Dawn weapons: your altar, banners, wands, cups, robes, pillars, signs and lamens
as well the enochian tablets etc. In a clear language the Cicero 's give full instructions, about the requirements for each
tool ,and about the use of the constructing implements. Also learn about the furniture and decoration of the Golden Dawn temple
as assigned to the order's grades. In other words learn how to create a Golden Dawn temple in your own house! Also included
there is a glossary of Golden Dawn terminology, beautiful illustrations and 16 colour plates. W
THE MAGICIAN'S ART: RITUAL USE OF MAGICKAL TOOLS ChicCicero&SandraT.Cicero
($14.95 286 pages S.back,2000,ISBN 1-56718-143-0) This book is a companion of the previous one "Creating magical tools"
.In this book the authors speak of the use of ritual tools as their construction was discussed in the previous book. Here
you will learn how to consecrate Golden Dawn ritual tools as well as yourself, with the proper meditations and rituals. Included
there are many Classical rituals such as the supreme & lesser banishing ritual of the pentagram and the hexagram, as well
as Guided meditations, consecration rituals and detailed instructions for the use of the magical implements within The context
of performing quabalistic, egyptian and elemental banishings and invocations as performed by. The Golden dawn magicians. Both
books will appeal and assist in the work of student of magick. Illustrated. W
THE COMPLETE BOOK OF PSYCHIC ARTS Morwyn ($14.95
238 pages, S.back 1999,ISBN-1-56718-236-4) The" complete book of psychic arts" is a book reference over divinational arts.
It contains an overview of more than 100 ancient and modern, world-wide divinational arts. It starts with an introduction
of divinational practices Through the Egyptian ,Greek and Roman cilivizations and the Native American practices, moves to
the Spiritualistic trends of the 19th century, and she stops to our past Twentieth century which has left a very
creative mark on the metaphysical sciences.Many of the information herein is practical, including guidelines of various divinational
practices(such as psychometry, crystal divination, omens, celestial phenomena, palmistry, etc.) but it also suggests the use
of more occult - oriented practices (such as banishings, invokings, meditation, etc.). The author also assists you with information
on what to expect, how to increase your psychic abilities through oils, incences, bath salts, of which the formula is described.
Concluding, the author gives us a view of how psychic arts work today, by statistically investigating 127 people, as well
as an appendix of essential terminology, list of divinational arts as well a catalogue index of names & psychic abilities
of various American psychics.
GREEN WITCHCRAFT III Ann Moura Aoumiel ($12.95,238 pages,S.back,2000,ISBN
1-56718-688-2)"Green Witchcraft" might be described as the basis of what many of us are attracted to in so called magick:
a deep connection to the Earth and its powers and the traditions of our ancestors that flow form this. It has been at the
core of Arktion's work since inception. This is the latest book of a three book series. In the eight chapters of this book
(which are devised as "Classes" for you to study and build up your own skills and practice) the authors discusses the fundamentals.
And principles of divination (scrying ogham, runes) speaks of methods for magick and spellcraft, oils, crystals, candles and
herbs also included there is a palmistry manual, magickal calendar & meditation techniques. Inc. good advice for ethics
& self discipline.
THE GODDESS COMPANION : Patricia
Monaghan (400pages. S.Back. 2000. $17.95 Isbn 1-56718-462-4). The Goddess is growing in our times and our lives as
the Wheel of the Ages turns. Soon the god too will be incorporated as her consort to complete the power beacon for the transformation
of mankind. This Arktion can assure you of. This is an unusual book as it actually offers you an opportunity to do what the
OJB has been teaching for some years- to make each day sacramental. Here are 366 prayers and invokations and reflections for
every day the year. Each day has a short poem for reflection & a prose peace studying aspects of year and the Goddess.
Incl. bibliography and index which is culture oriented and also a subject index. Patricia Monaghan is one of the early leaders
of the contemporary Goddess movement in the USA. It is time to open up your year and make the whole of your life a spiritually
revitalising experience: make each day sacred with the Goddess!. W
AIKIDO-For self discovery :
Stan Wrobel, Ph.D. (198pages. S.Back. 2001. $12.95 Isbn: 0-7387-0060-6 ). Aikido is more than a martial art.
It is a tool that creates situations by which we make use of something external to help us to look inward to find ourselves.
Stan Wrobel, PH.D. has studied aikido for twenty years and has third degree black belt. He has found the new aspects of Aikido
and how to use them in everyday life. The book teaches how to use Aikido as a tool for intuitive living and spiritual enlightenment.
Learning to use tools leads to a mastery of skills. Within the art of Aikido there are the codified techniques that characterize
the art and within these there are implied lessons that go deeper and deeper. W
SECRETS OF SACRED SPACE :
Chuck Petis (19.95$. 277 Pages. S.Back.K, 1999. ISBN: 1-56718-519-3)DISCOVER AND CREATE PLACES OF POWER Definitely
a holy book for a geomancer, this work is also a valuable handbook for anyone who is interested about ancient sacred monuments,
their architecture and symbolism - and designing and building one of Your own! Consisting of chapters on Finding Places of
Power, Earth Spirit Communion, Designing a Sacred Space, Holiday Symbolism and Ceremony, Creating Astronomical Alignments,
only to mention a few, the author gives detailed instructions for building a Sacred Space and gives an example of his own
construction, namely the Ellis Hollow Stone Circle in Ithaca, NY, USA.You will aso find a table of Important Solar and Lunar
Events, a nice glossary, bibliography by subject - even recommended websites! After each chapter there is a short summary
of the revealed secrets and usually even suggested projects and exercises. W
ENCYCLOPAEDIA OF MAGICAL HERBS : Scott Cunningham ($14.95. 325 Pages. S-back. 2001. ISBN: 0-87542-122-9) Cunningham's Encyclopaedia greatly
adds to our understanding of our herbal tradition. One might describe this as the Pagan/magical equivalent of Culpepper's
herbal of the 17th.century. For thousands of years our ancestors aided their health, solved their ailments, and
aided their bodies by a harmony with Nature. This is a revised/updated 15th.anniversay edition. In it you'll find the folkloric
& magickal properties of over 400 Herbs. The entries are precise and easy to access: folk name, gender, planet, element,
powers, magical uses. There are also Chapters on: power of herbs, magical ways, (tools, altar, visualisation for timing, other
considerations & magical principles); Spells & procedures (enchanting herbs, atuning, enchantment, magical properties,
poppets, fusion, baths, ointments, oils, incense, elemental spells); Magical intentions ( love, exorcism, healing, health,
hex breaking, fidelity, luck, lust, manifestations, money, wishes). Appendices lists for: folk-names cross ref.; oil magical
properties ; herbs/magical intentions; elemental rulers; planetary rulers; gender. colours W
RUNIC PALMISTRY
: John Saint-German (206pages. S.Back. 2001. $14.95. Isbn: 1-56718-577-0).
Palmistry is usually an art that has not figured in Northern Magic the great deal. But there's no reason why not. Irrespective
of the fact that our ancestors would not recognise many of the usages we now have for the Runes, it is still valid, for a
craft or a religion that does not evolve is doomed to extinction. And the Runes are not static they are on going, vibrant,
alive and organic. This book takes you through the basics of Palmistry and then relates the traditional areas of the hand:
Thor, Loki, Sif, Muspellheim, Odin, Hoenir, Bragi, Midgard, Nieflheim, Saga. It then divides the hand into Erda (earth) Freyr
(Air), Loki (Fire), and Heimdall (Water). The various lines are correlated to Yggdrasil, Mimir, Freyr, Sif, Eir, Frigg. There
are then the Norns threads and the branches of Loki, Nanna, and Fylgia. The chapters include: Introduction to the Runes, Brief
history of the Vikings, 4 Elements of the Hand, the Fingers; Aspects of the Thumb; Territories; Yggdrasil; Norns, Rune magic,
the Major and Minor Runes of the palm. This is a dynamic and informative addition to the modern development of our great Runic
heritage .
LAMMAS- CELEBRATING THE FIRST
FRUITS : Anna Franklin/Paul Mason $17.95. 288pages.
S.Back. 2001. ISBN: 0-7387-0094-0) Or Lughnasad is the great harvest festival of our tribes. Connected deeply to
the land our ancestors were cognisant of the ebbs and flows of life and the eternal cycles of Nature. This book brings together
a wealth of information about this important festival, celebrated at the beginning of August. It begins with a chapter about
Lugh, the Celtic deity himself and then moves into the many festivals around the British Isles; then we travel all over the
world to look at harvest festivals. Part 2 (Celebrating Lughnasad): Themes- harvest mounds, the goddess, battles, games, warrior
magic, end of summer, corn god, first fruits, holy wells and hunting magic. Lughnasad Magic- considers a wide range of magical
spell auspices, divination, charms incenses etc. Lughnasad Games- traditional activities emanating from Lammas and various
games still played at Lammas. In Warrior Magic are considered such matters as body painting, stencils, face painting, masks
and animal spirits. The Lammas Kitchen introduces you to a range of recipes and foods.. Lammas Rituals: Incl.Saxon and Druidic
Rites and rituals for indoors and out doors . The appendices include: calendar, names for the festival, symbols, gods and
goddesses, songs & chants, glossary. society.. W
DRUID MAGICK
: Maya Nagee Sutton PhD. & Nicholas R.Mann (331pages. S.Back. 2001. $14.95. Isbn 0-56718-481-2).Druidry:
a term much used today, not truly understand, a long tradition and debate as to its origin- possibly long before the Celts-
though largely associated with them because of Roman narrative and oral Welsh tradition. It is derived from the words "dru"
(oak) and "wid" (to see). Druidry began in shamanic form and over time developed into Celtic priesthoods. This is a valuable
reference work by which to explore and embrace the Druidic way. In a 3-Parts: I:Applying Druid lore, II: Past to present,
III: Advanced training. The 20 chapters are: I: Exploring Druid magic; locating and Shape shifting; Magic tools; developing
yourself as a seer; becoming a druid magus; Sacred sexuality; Druidic ceremonies in your boardroom; self- Initiation as a
Pergrine Druid. II: What is a Celts; What is a Druid; What is Druidry; Why become a Druid; How do you form the Druidic Grove;
visiting Celtic Homelands. III: Upholding of truth of Sovereignty; learning the Druid path from Nature; using Celtic tree
alphabet; Tracing the Druid mind; Lying in stream beds of inspiration; Journey to the other worlds. It includes a guide to
Celtic deities, people and places.
SACRED TRADITON IN ANCIENT EGYPT : Rosemary Clark (455pages. S.Back. 2001. $24.95. Isbn: 1-56718-129-5). Excellent & extensive
examination of every aspect of Egyptian religion, magic, esoteric tradition and spiritual life, showing that the integral
and disciplined nature of Egyptian civilisation set out to achieve a realisable goal: to harmonious evolution to transform
humanity into resonance with the cosmic substance eternal: 1.Sacred Science. 2. Cosmology. 3.Sacred Astronomy. 4.The Divine
House. 5. House of the Dead. 6. Masters of the Temple. 7.Initiation. With care and sensitivity it covers such matters as:
creation; human powers; life & environment; Hermetic & ceremonial traditions; four cosmic schools of creation myth
of Thebes; Hermopolis, Memphis & Heliopolis; the 10 cosmic families; Sky religion; Zodiac; astrological calendars; astronomy;
Temple as universe; Architectonics; Solar, lunar & stellar Temple traditions; Sacred mandate at Dendera, Karnak &
Pyramid complex; Metaphysical expression; human & divine life via astronomy; funerary tradition; inner life & afterlife;
ancestral communication; initiation schools; moral & ethical training; Healing; prophecy; spiritual mastery; magic; Initiation
& making gods; bonding with Nature. Ample diagrams/tables/illustrations. A massive undertaking, well researched, sympathetic,
a substantive insight. W
BELTAINE :
Raven Grimasi $14.95. 165pages. S.back. 2001. ISBN: 1-56718-283-6 Beltaine (May Day) is the great summer festival
of the European peoples sitting at the midway point between the spring a Equinox (March 21) and the Summer Solstice (June
21st): thus it historically it opens the gates of the season. It was once more widely celebrated across Europe and in Britain
especially. There were celebrations by every community, every village and every family with with such things as Maypole dressing
and dancing, Bel fires, well dressing, and the Queen of the May (a young girl dressed and crowned as the spirit of summer).
But some practices are now enjoying a popular restoration, and many public gatherings are once again taking place. This book
will open your eyes to the possibilities and practices of this ancient - indeed prehistoric- festival. It is the fecund time
of the emergence of the Lord and Lady of the Green when Brigid of Imbolc finds her consort the Green Man. This book will guide
you through such mnatters as: crafts, festivals activities, feast recipes, folklore, deities, traditions, myths, Patron creatures
(elves etc), rituals, spells and Healing, flower lore, faery lore, and the spirits of May. Isn't time to enliven your life
and two-year the joyous Beltane? W
SEXUAL ALCHEMY :
Donald Tyson $19..95. 348pages. S.Back. 2000. ISBN: 0-56718-741-2)MAGICKAL INTERCOURSE WITH SPIRITS. Alchemy-the
transformation of the base metal (matter) into gold had (higher matter) is the basis of all spirituality and magic. In this
book renowned author Tyson examines the long lost arts of sexual union with its different types of spirits in order to aid
self- transformation and enhancement. It does not work on the Eastern Tantric or Western autoerotic models but more on the
remanifestation of the European alchemy and hermetic magic. It is divided into two sections I: theory and II practice. I:
Spirit sex in magic and religion. The Great Mother goddess. Tantric and Tao. Sex in Western Alchemy. The Homunculus. Magical
uses of Sexual Fluids. Salt, sulphur, and Mercury. God making. II: Choosing a lover. Image and shrine. Observations and preparation.
Breathing and contemplation. Cleansing and consecration. Methods of protection. Middle Pillar exercises. Ritual of invocation.
Physicality of spiritual sex. Alchemical unions. Oil, white powder and red powder. Spirits come in many forms/names such as
Holy Guardian Angel, the Fylga and Hamingja and Valkyries etc according to the tribe or cultural tradition. This book is not
about sex per se but understanding sex as an essential and creative force in our life and redirecting part of it by aligning
with spirit energy for higher purposes. W
WICCAN BELIEFS AND PRACTICES
Gary Cantrell ($14.95.
312pages. S-back. 2001. ISBN: 1-56718-112-0) Wicca is one of the biggest growing religions in the world with several
hundred thousand people in the USA alone. Essentially it is a Nature of religion having its foundation in the Old Religion
and Gardnerian magic etc. This is a comprehensive reference tool for all aspects of the craft. Chapters include 1. Definitions.
2. Ethics of Wicca. 3.Getting started. 4. Mysteries and rituals. 5. Other rites. 6 spell craft and magic. 7 Divination. 8
the Physically challenged witch. 9 Humorous side. 10. Out of the broom closet. The Appendices include the very useful classic
Wiccan texts (Rede, Charge of the Goddess and God etc). b) General deity and quarters invocations. c) Brief dictionary of
pagan gods and goddesses. d) Shops and resources. e) Bibliography. It also covers the 11 main forms of Wicca with a description
of each (Alexandrian; British Traditional; Celtic; Dianic; Eclectic; Gardnerian; Hereditary; Kitchen witch; Seax-Wicca; Strega;
Teutonic-Nordic) . This book covers all aspects of the craft and is also very useful for the solitary Wiccan. There is a summary
of each chapter at the end. It also includes an outline of the legal situation and recognition of Wicca in USA W
CANDLEMASS
: Amber K & Azrael Arynn K. $14.95. 244 pages. S.back. 2001. ISBN: 1-7387-85675-0079-7
"The feast of flames". "Brigid's first of light and life". Candlemass, or Imbolc or Brigantia or Lupercalia, is the cross
quarter festival midway between the Winter Solstice and vernal Equinox. Thus it is the Gate of Spring. It is the festival
of the maiden coming to Earth to revive us and in time seek her consort to be lord and Lady of the Greenwood. This book is
valuable reference tool to all aspects of Imbolc: Chapter 1: Festivals-shows us a wide range of traditional festivals including
Greek, Norse, Celtic, and Roman etc.. Ch. 2- Brigid-the Maiden, her goddess manifestation, triple Goddess, christian saint,
folklore etc. Ch. 3- Customs traditions and symbols-including that the corn dolly, springs and wells, games, sun wheels. Ch.
4- Divination-pyromancy, water divination, stones, dream, smoke etc. Ch. 5- Cleansing and purifying-bath, fast, spring cleaning,
sanctuary, altars, consecration, workplace. Ch.6- Celebrations and rituals-altar, self-, family, group, Smithcraft, end of
winter, meditation, the three faces of Brigid. Ch.7- Candles and Candlemass- making, skills and Herbs, fragrances, metals,
correspondences. Ch. 8- Preparing feast ancient and modern-a wide range of recipes to celebrate your Candlemass.
ATLANTIS - Insights From a Lost Civilisation : Shirley Andrews
($12.95. 274pages. S.back. 1997. ISBN: 1-56718-023-X) Combining their own research and the work of many other Atlantis
researchers, Shirley Andrews deals with a wide range of subjects concerning the long-vanished civilisation. Written in an
easy-to-read style, it is both suitable for people just starting on the subject and the more advanced reader. Comprising in
three main sections, all divided in different chapters containing a few maps, nearly all aspects, from pets, psychics, to
extra-terrestrials, mythology, geology, cartography, science, are covered and offer a clear view of the long gone Atlantis
and the role it can play in present day society and those to come. It also considers the offshoots (settlers/survivors) of
Atlantis on other continents and time periods. A comprehensive bibliography is included which could be valuable to those who
wish to delve deeper into the subject. Complete notes, appendices and an index are also provided W
SACRED GEOMETRY: Gateway to Transformation : John Michael Greer ($34.95.
233pages. Box-set. 2002. ISBN: 0-7387-0051-7) The package, containing 33 oracle cards and an accompanying 233 page book,
deals with the tradition of sacred geometry, as practised in the times of Stonehenge, the Pyramids and by the Pythagoreans.
Geometry and architecture are quintessential keys to the spiritual and magickal worlds: number and form, harmonisation of
space as with sacred spheres themselves can resonate, guide, uplift and reveal. Sacred geometry is a bridge between worlds.
The book first introduces us to the basics, then explains each of the cards and finally gives detailed exercises to perform
with the cards, all made clear with diagrams. Each of the cards, printed in colour and plastified, represents a basic principle
or process in the universe, giving form to the hidden structures in daily life. The way of using the set can be compared to
that of the tarot. The book is written in clear, simple language, which makes the sometimes-complicated material easier to
grasp. A comprehensive glossary of all terms used is provided. the whole package comes in a neat looking stone-metal effectbox
that would surely look good on any bookshelf. Both for novice and advanced readers .W
ORIGINS OF MODERN WITCHCRAFT: Ann Moura ($14.
95. 282pages. Soft Back. 2003. ISBN: 1-56718-648-3)
Witchcraft:L many of the witches say that it is (one of) the oldest religions, which goes hand in hand with shamanism, yet
no clear evidence has so far been found for this statement. The origins of witchcraft are shrouded in the mists of time and
there are many guesses and theories about its true origins. In this book the author also makes an attempt to reveal the true
origins of this bizarre yet flexible religion and creative: the success of that depends on the reader,, but her arguments
are presented. She stretches back to the ancient Dravidic religion of India and beyond; tracks back the Aryan and Celtic peoples
and connect it with the Paganism we know today. But not all is about history and past; there is also a section about what
yet (might) have to come for the followers of witchcraft and Hinduism. The book is easy to follow, even for those who dont
have such great knowledge about the history or religions. In the back there is an appendix with a 6pages time-line, which
shows all the major events concerning the development of world religions and an extensive glossary.
HEALING HERBS & Health Foods of the Zodiac: Ada Muir
($3.99. 176pages. Soft Back. 1998. ISBN: 0-87542-575-5)
Herbal remedies are the oldest versions of medicine and are ever since used for there healing properties. But what most people
dont know is that astrology and herbal knowledge went hand-in-hand together and often the doctor had also a considerable knowledge
of reading the planets. In her book, the author rejoins these ancient traditions. The book contains an introduction written
by Jude C. Williams, master herbalist, which tell the reader how to prepare and use the herbs. Further there is a chapter
for each sign and the correspondences with specific herbs, but also a different chapter for each sun sign and the specific
problems with health that one can encounter if it has relevant sun sign, with of course the cures and herb preparations one
can use. There are a total of 60 herbs discussed which one can use as a cure and 40 different herbs and flowers which can
be use to make essences for relaxation or vitality. The text is easy to follow, with a broad explanation and black/white pictures
of the herbs, which makes it a must for the herbalists and a want for the astrologists.
HANDFASTING AND WEDDING RITUALS: Tannin Schwartzstein
& Raven Kaldera ($16.95. 312pages. Soft Back. 2003. ISBN:0-7387-0470-9-)
The
amount of people that made the shift from Christianity to some kind of Paganism has increased immensely in the last few decades
and is still growing. Therefore it is no surprise that the wish to get handfasted (which is the common name for a pagan
wedding), has increased as well. It is unfortunate for those who have such a wish, that there are only a few pagan priests
and priestesses who perform handfastings. As an alternative many people ask one of their friends to perform the ceremony,
but then there comes another set back; how do you handfast two people? Fortunately the authors wrote this book in which they
will teach you how you, or a friend of yours, can design and perform you own handfasting. It contains a huge portion of sample
ceremonies of almost every pagan tradition and even examples of interfaith weddings. Very detailed and with loads of ideas
this book is the perfect alternative for those who wish to handfast, but dont know how to do so. Taking the step to
have a handfasting brings immense joy and possibilities for life- as we have found for those for whom we have performed pagan
weddings in Arktion.
SIGNS, SYMBOLS & OMENS : Raymond Buckland ($14.
95. 244pages. Soft Back. 2003. ISBN: 0-7387-0234-X)
An illustrated guide
to the magical and spiritual symbolism. Today items, techniques and symbols fly around in a mishmash of indiscriminate globalism-
each torn from its relevance, origin and roots. Raymond Buckland provides a much-needed guide to what comes from
where so that we learn respect for specific traditions. It is organised by chapters for: Alchemy, Ancient Egypt, Astrology,
Australian aborigines, Aztec and Maya, Buddhism, Celtic, Ceremonial Magic, Chinese, Freemasonry, Gnostic, Greek and
Roman, Hindu, Islam, Judaic, Magical Alphabets, Native American , Norse, Rosicrucian, Runic, Shinto, Sikh, Travellers, Voudoun,
Christian, Omens. At last you can now see the broad of landscape of human magical lore across the ages, races and cultures
and no longer need to be confused by what you see or be fooled or manipulated using scripts you are not familiar with.
Each chapter has different sets of signs and symbols according to its tradition (for example metals, months, their tyres etc).
Each chapter also includes a concise and useful introduction to the lore and heritage of each system.
GUIDE TO THE FAIRYRING: Anna Franklin
(248pages. Soft back. 2002. $14.95 ISBN: 0-7387-0274-9).
The FairyRing tarot is a unique pack of cards that is made by Anna Franklin, a collector of Fairy tales and legends and
designed by Paul Mason, a professional photographer and artist, so expect to read quite some fancyfull stories and a beautiful
looking deck of cards about this magical little folk. The most famous as well some very infamous fairies will come to pass
and the reader will learn a great deal only by reading the information given with each card. The entire deck is divided in
4 suits that correspond to the four basic elements named after a corresponding season. The guide fully explains how to read
each specific card and gives some very interesting information about the fairy that is pictured on each card. It also has
a small chapter dedicated to quite a large portion of several spreads, which the reader can use during his own privet or professional
sessions. For the more adventured and experienced reader there is some information given of how to contact each pictured fairy
and what it can learn the reader.
HOODOOMYSTERIES: Ray Malbrough
(155pages. Soft Back. 2003. $12.95 ISBN: 0-7387-0350-8)
Hoodoo,
the true yet unknown way of American folk magic, has the same roots of origin as Voodoo, but has its differences as well.
This book explains the mystic ways of Hoodoo, the Louisiana Voodoo, which had been hidden and remained unknown for all but
a few for so long. First the author explains fully and detailed the history and differences between the two mystic religions
and continues with practical information of how one can use the ways of Hoodoo himself. The book describes several of the
most common types of magicks that are being practiced by the, such as invoking the Gédé the spirits of the death -, read the
future trough simple playing card, making your own spirit box and how to ask the favour of holy saints and loas. The book
is simple, clear and full with detailed information for the beginning practitioner with example rituals and loads of correspondences.
Besides that, it also contains a large list of universities and colleges that offers religious studies.
PSYCHIC VAMPIRES: Joe H. Slate, Ph. D. (243pages.
Soft Back. 2002. £14.95 ISBN: 0-7387-0191-2)
Vampires, who doesnt know them? Fantasy! say many
people, Fiction! shout others, but the different is actually true, vampires do exist! Although they are not the bloodsucking,
bat-changing night crawlers searching for a victim as many movies picture them. No, psychic vampires, as they are named, are
normal people who consciously or unconsciously steal energy from other people. They have no special powers and it is more
disadvantage than an advantage, sometimes even dangerous for both vampire and victim.
After 20 years of study and research
about the human energy system and the psychic vampires Dr. J. Slate wrote this book to reveal his findings. The book is highly
interesting and clearly explains the several aspects of the phenomena psychic vampirism, including the history, the three
most common manifestations of psychic vampirism, how to identify and counteract a psychic (vampire) attack and more. The only
drawback is that the author uses a lot of scientific language and difficult words, which is actually a bit of a pity. But
besides that, is it a fantastic book about an unknown phenomenon well worth reading!
THE
MOON & EVERYDAY LIVING : Daniel Pharr (235pages.
Soft Back. 2002. ISBN: 0-7387-0184-X)
Many people know of the power of the
moon, especially full moon, but few of them really know the Power of the moon. The moon affects our lives every month, every
day even every minute and often more than we realise. In his book D. Pharr explains how the moon affect our daily life and
how we can use this knowledge properly. The book discusses every lunar influence in correspondence with a specific astrology
sign on you separately, as well the different moon sign characteristics. It also contains a clear and easy to use card and
appendix so you can find quickly your own Moon Sign. The book uses plain and simple English with information based on the
author his own experiments and experiences. He also gives tips and ideas of how the reader can master and coexist with the
powerful energies of the Moon by using a lunar journal and a energy log. Interesting for everyone who wishes to get the best
out of his or her life and especially for witches and those who work with lunar magick.
THE MAGICAL PERSONALITY: Mike Leslie (274pages.
Soft Back. 2002. $17,95 ISBN: 0-7387-0187-4) This book is specially written so that you can improve your
magical abilities, both your strengths and weaknesses. Of course you first have to identify what your strengths and weaknesses
are, but that is quite simple and done in not more than 15 minutes. The system divide the personality characteristics into
4 sections, each corresponding with one of the four elements; Earth (material), Air (intellectual), Water (emotional), Fire
(intuitive) and Quintessence. The latter shows how well your personality is in balance. By answering 72 questions you can
calculate how well each of the elements and the corresponding characteristics is developed within your character. Your magickal
sign will be based on the two elements with the highest scores, so if your have air and water as the highest elements, you
would be a Unicorn. But since everything has its counter side, your shadow-sign will be based on the two elements with the
lowest scores. There where your magickal sign shows you which of your characteristics are well developed, your shadow-sign
will give you insight in which characteristics you probably have to improve. Those who arent such geniuses in calculating
or are just not so fond of it, can visit Llewellyns website which has a program that quickly calculate your Magickal sign
and Shadow sign.
MAGICKAL MYSTICAL CREATURES : D.J. Conway
(259pages. Soft-back. 2002. $14.95. ISBN: 1-56718-149-X). Across time fabulous creatures
have been part of culture., religion, superstition, psychology and spirituality. Whether these are distant memories of forgotten
times or realms besides our own, or archetypes of ways through our spiritual journey is not so relevant here as exploring
and working with the importance they have played in the human story and how they can help in our lives. Here are over 200
magickal creatures to assist in your magickal invokations and meditations. As with a form of shamanism enlisting the power
and characteristics of earthly animals for guidance so you can learn to work with these amazing creatures. It is not a realm
of escapism but a powerful world of reconnection and restoration. Pt.2 lists the beasts. Pt 3 describes candle burning,
amulets, talismans, rituals. The creatures are divided into families or species; unicorns, flying horses, centaurs, satyrs,
& fauns, gigantic birds, griffins, mystical bulls & bull men, fabulous lions, magical serpents, riddling sphinx, mad
dogs & Hell hounds, water folk, creatures of the stony star, gargoyles, other magical creatures. It is time for us to
let them back into our world: they have much to offer us.
ISIS MAGIC : M.Isidore Forest (624
pages. Soft back. 2001 $29.95 ISBN: 1-56718-286-0).
From the time of there being an essentially Egyptian manifestation of the Great Goddess, Isis by degrees became more universal
and was eventually exported across the Mediterranean world by the Graeco-Roman period. This book is an exhaustive offering
on almost every aspect of her worship, traditions, mysteries and correspondences form the time of ancient Egypt to her modern
more general assimilation. It is the story of the House of Life and is tied to the concepts of renewal and the birth of the
divine child Horus. The book examines such subjects as: across the age, the phases of the Goddess, Egyptian myth, her worship
today, magick in Egyptian, healing, Egyptian mysteries, women in the ancient world, Isis cults and temples today. The other
main sections of Part 1 are: Our Lady of the Green Plants; Isis Unveiled; Goddess of Women; the Black One; Isis veiled. And
part 2 offers a range of lessons and rituals and studies to further explore and work with the goddess, and teaches you how
to become a hand maiden or priestess or prophetess of Isis.
MAKING TALISMANS : Nick Farrell
(224page.,
Soft-back. 2001. $14.95. ISBN:1-7387-004-5)
Although dealing with mainly the quabalistic symbolism and tradition with regards to the making of talismans, this book can
still be of value to the European mind since it covers an extensive range of almost the entirety of what is termed magical
objects pof power and protection. We can also look at the concept of talismans as living entities of power since the
character and energy and vision of the individual creating that talisman is entered into it as well as energies
or elementals or creatures which are asked to work with the talisman. There will of course be differences in use of talismans
between the European tradition and others such as the quabalistic but the process of discipline, workmanship, dedication,
and consideration is of value to all traditions. The chapters deal with a wide range of subjects concerning the making,
charging, usage,m direction and wearing of talismans as well as the various influences and energies which can be attracted,
A detailed and clearly structured resource.
WILD SPIRIT TAROT : Poppy Palin
(285pages +deck. Soft-back. 2002. $24.95 2001. ISBN: 0-7387-0097-5)
Discover the Magic In Nature! A feast of celebration, freedom and discovery. The Green essence of magic is the
fundament of all that we do. It is the source ultimately of all traditions. And the secrets of the would wood and all
that lice in that realm have much to offer us. Now you can explore the wild realms in the tarot. This is a new way of
working with tarot by immersing yourself in the powers and energies of nature. All of the cards, working with the traditional
forms, evoke an aspect of the hidden and powerful processes, characteristics and elements of nature. The Minor Arcana is divided
into the four elemental suites of air, earth, fire and eater. The chapters of the book will conduct you through a journey
of the cards and of the aspects of tradition and its qualities in a wonderful story telling of journey, nature, and evaluation.
All of the characters of the cards and their stories have their roots in Folklore, mythology and legend. The cards are delightful,
and inviting and evocative. Here is the sense of the mythic and the archetypal and the intuitive as a living process/ here
is the call of the wild!
ENCYCLOPAEDIA OF WICCA AND WITCHRAFT : Raven Grimasi
(470pages. Soft-back. 2002. $24.95 ISBN: 1-56718-257-7).
A Treasury of Ancient and Modern Witchcraft.
This is much more than an extensive guide on all aspects of wicca and witchcraft, for its helps place these in an historical
and cultural context as a religious and historical phenomenon. But it also enables you to get an effective overview of such
matters as folklore, deities and creatures, various pantheons, mythic cycles, philosophical and spiritual concepts,
sacred sites, brief biographies, of influential figures, of past and present, traditions, skills and practices, festival and
sabbats, divination, animals, little folk, races and tribes, tools, laws and theology cults and religions, literature and
invokation, herbs. This throws light on a wide range of terminologies. It is therefore a valuable resource on all aspects
of Paganism past and present. Given its size and scope each entry cannot be exhaustive, but it will nonetheless provide with
the essential facts and therefore connections and references to further sources. It is well illustrated and is in an A-Z format.
Appendices include: useful suppliers, resources, and publications.
PSYCHIC EMPOWERMENT FOIR HEALTH AND FITNESS :
Joe H.Slate (237pages. Soft-Back. 1996.
ISBN: 1-85675-156-2).
For centuries shamans and healers and others have known that psychic well being is also
a key to physical well being: all things are connected. Modern medicine is very slowly coming round to recognise alternative
therapies and accept what we all know: that there are other energy patterns in the body which can significantly determine
the well being of our physical condition. In this book the author helps to explore in detail various techniques and skills
which can help us attain healing and maintenance of our body. It includes chapters on Self Hypnosis (Accessing inner
power); The Human Aura (Energies of being); Out of Body Experiences (Ascending in power); Empowerment through sleep; PK Power;
The Psychic Tools of Health and Fitness; Higher Dimensions of Power; Angelic Interactions; A Seven Day Health and Fitness
Plan. Each chapter contains a range of problems, stresses, etc and the techniques to deal with each in precise sequences.
Later chapters deal with enhancing and revitalising the body through a range of methods including immune system improvement,
crystal gazing, psychic protection procedure, tree power interfusion, dream intervention strategy, crown of power and others.
Another key to unlocking self mastery and enhanced living. Includes useful glossary.
LEGEND- THE ARTHURIAN TAROT : Anna-Marie Ferguson
(256pages & boxed set. Soft-back. 2002. $14.95. ISBN: 1-56184-267-44)
Tarot and the ancient arts of intuitive wisdom and other world sight and collective unconscious are brought together here
in the form of one of the most compelling myths every known to mankind- the cycle of the Arthurian grail. So much of this
legend-myth speaks to us on various fundamental levels of our own being and lifes journey and indeed the predicament of mankind
and the choices facing us and the problems of the age. The 78 cards of the tarot deck included are beautifully illustrated
with watercolour paintings of selected characters, tales and places of the Arthurian cycle including a blend of Christian
and Pagan symbolism. The main aspects of the entire cycle are woven into it: Geoffrey of Monmouths History of Britain;
Mallorys Morte dArthur; Celtic Legends; and the Grail Quest. There is a 56page book to accompany it. This gives you an introduction
to the Arthurian cycle itself and its sources and also the story, symbolism and meaning of each card and its place or character
history and symbolism and explanation of each and its context. As well as techniques of spread and cit. Beautifully illustrated.
INSIDE A MAGICAL LODGE : John Michael Greer
(339pages. S.Back. 1998. $17.95. ISBN: 1-56718-314-X).
Rituals, ceremonial magick or by a specific
Order are usually the subjects covered in books about magick. "Inside A Magickal Lodge" deals not with all those specific
factors, but with the general outline and structure of almost any magical lodge. The framework and basic principles
underlying a lodge, no matter what tradition, are revealed and thus enables one to see how it works. By putting to use the
information provided the reader is able to set up his or her own lodge or enhance a currently existing one. Greer covers a
wide spectrum of subjects on the matter, varying from the historical origins of the system to practical advice on setting
up your own lodge. All is explained clearly and comprehensibly, resulting in a practical guide that offers information on
an often overlooked, but very important aspect of magick
TAOIST YOGA AND SEXUAL ENERGY : Eric Steve Yudelove
(256pages. S.Back. 2002. $19.95. ISBN: 1-56718-834-6).
Learn how to use the power present in
all: Chi. Apply techniques used by practitioners of Chi Kung, Kung Fu and Taoist Yoga and kept hidden from general public
by them for ages. The book makes a start on learning how to regulate the Three Treasures of Taoism, Chi, Jing and Chen (breath,
body and mind) that underlie all of the practices of Taoism. Part one of the book presents an introduction to the basic principles
and techniques of Taoism and more specifically the Internal Alchemy used by it. In part two Yudelove offers a complete 14-week
course that provides the reader a workable and comprehensive guide to improve your health and well being by applying the techniques
that are gradually built up in difficulty as the course goes on. All is richly and very clearly illustrated to further simplify
all that is explained and thus offers a work accessible for everyone
INVOKE THE GODS
: Kala Trobe
(232pages. S.Back. 2001. $14.95. ISBN: 0-7387-0096-7).
Written
as companion to "Invoke The Goddess" this book treats the use of energy drawn forth by meditating on specific male godforms,
such as Krishna, Horus or Zeus. Different pantheons, like the Greek, Egyptian and Hindu, are used and the main male gods are
extensively treated. The book is split in three sections, each referring to a different pantheon. Part1: Hindu. Part 2: Egyptian.
Part 3: Greek. Each section is then divided in separate chapters treating the various gods of the pantheon. Each chapter is
built up using the same pattern: Description of the deity - symbolism - history - literature - ways of invocation. Trobe explains
how to meditate on the different forms to draw the energy forth that lies imbued in male archetypes and how each of these
god's characteristics can be manifest in modern men. The partition of the book as well as the set order of discussion contributes
to a very clear overview of each of the pantheons and its different gods. In so doing Trobe presents a book that may appeal
to a wide range of readers
OSTARA : Edain McCoy
(198pages. S.Back. 2002. $14.95. I SBN: 17387-0082-7).
Ostara
(Eostre) is the Saxon goddess of the quarters, the Goddess of spring. Even to this day in United Kingdom hot-cross buns are
popular but not the christian but the Ostara cross. It is a festival that marks the time of balance before the light half
of the year. Approximately Eostre or Easter falls on the first Sunday after the full Moon after the Spring Equinox.
Bring the joy of another Sabbat into your life as the Wheel turns. This is a also a 'thin-veil' time, a point of balance and
so is well worth the effort of working with. Once Janus the two-headed God was in spring. This book includes a wealth of insights
into the traditions and Customs and rites of spring such as: the Easter egg, and the Easter bunny. It is time of the annual
cycle of mammals giving birth. A propitious and hopeful time. In this book you will find information for recipes, egg hunts,
talismans, sacred spring sex, sex magic , birds and bees, bunnies and butterflies, hare magic, spring faeries, St Bridget
Cross, dancing Rites, crossroads, flower dressing, god of greening, Gods of Ostara, Goddesses of Ostara, labyrinth, Ostara
rituals and spring festivals worldwide.
BUD, BLOSSOM AND LEAF : Dorothy Morrison ($14.95.
178pages. S-back. 2001. ISBN: 1-56718-443-X) 'Magical Herb Gardener's Handbook':
Unlike many gardening books this one starts with getting to grips with and introducing you to the essence of gardening-t he
discipline to get in touch with nature, getting your hands dirty, to grow something. Then it helps to focus on the elements
and on harmony with your local soil and your local climate. But what sort of garden? Various suggestions are made and different
themes and subjects described. And this book is a practical guide to wide range of subjects: for example, methods of gardening,
of watering plants, of tools, of planning, indoors and out doors, hydroponics, pests, blessings. The other main sections include
such items as: cleaning the herbs, bath and boudoir, held for beauty, herbal hygiene and first aid, culinary treasures,
herbs in the magickal realm. It also includes the important aspects of the magical significance and horticultural value of
growing certain plants side by side. The Appendices include: a guide to mail order; floriography; planetary rulership
elemental rulership; magical uses of herbs, plants and flowers; monthly gardening check lists; and bibliography.
YULE: Dorothy Morrison
LLEWELLYN
($ 14.95. 198 pages. Soft Back. 2000. ISBN:
1-56718-496-0) Yule (the winter solstice) was perhaps the most significant festival for our ancestors, most
prehistoric stone sites and circles are aligned to the winter solstice. It was a time to give witness to the end of the cycle
and the hopes for the one to come. This is the rich resource to help you get back in touch with all the old traditions of
the Suns Rebirth. The contents include: I: Yule and its place in our hearts: the history of Yule, how it all began; Yule traditions
and symbols; festivals of light around the world; holiday Customs and Omens; superstitions and other magical goodies; Yuletide
trivia and fun facts. II: preparing for the Yuletide season; making a room for Yule; decking the hall; giving winter its due;
the Yule tree; Holiday cards. III: Gifting, Feasting and festing: quick and easy Yule gifts; wrapping up the seasons; lets
party!; party ideas and games; eat, drink and be merry. IV: creating personal traditions; personal traditions, daily event
calendar (December first to 31) keeping the Holidays happy; after the Holidays. The appendices include: Goddesses associated
with Yule, holiday greetings in other countries, Yule related web sites; bibliography and index.
INVOKE THE GODDESS: Kala Trobe
($ 14.95. 198 pages. Soft Back. 2000. ISBN: 1-56718-486-0) Visualisation is a key
element in all magic, pagan religion as well as in spirituality as in general. It can take many forms and no matter whether
one considers this in the context of Jungian archetypes and self-motivation or communication with timeless energies and deities,
its value is inestimable. In a world so wracked with narrow conditioning of materialist pressures it can truly help to centre
you. Here 15 deities from Greek, Hindu and Egyptian mythology are explained with regards to the symbolism
