Raymond Buckland, conocido como "El Padre de la Wicca Estadounidense", fue fundamental para introducir la Wicca en los Estados Unidos. Escribió el primer libro estadounidense sobre la Vieja Religión escrito por una bruja, ofreciendo una perspectiva interna sobre sus tradiciones y prácticas. Su extensa obra proporciona una comprensión fundamental de las creencias y rituales wiccanos para una amplia audiencia.
Wicca for Life presents a comprehensive guide to Wicca for both established followers and newcomers to the Craft, designed to carry the modern Witch through every season and aspect of life. From Wicca's ancient beginnings to its current practice worldwide, Wicca for Life encompasses the rites, rituals, and customs every practitioner needs to know
“A step-by-step guide to Wicca as a lifestyle; practical, easy to read, and no-nonsense in tone.” —Shelley Rabinovitch, author of The Encyclopedia of Modern Witchcraft and Neo-Paganism The Father of American Wicca, Raymond Buckland, provides this indispensable, comprehensive handbook to the solitary practice of Wicca through every season of life. For readers of The Green Witch by Arin Murphy-Hiscock and The Spell Book for New Witches by Ambrosia Hawthorn, this modern guide will help you learn to add depth to your solo practice from a master of his craft. Wicca for One is a journey through expert advice on becoming a Witch and improving your life through magic. You will learn how to master spells, rites, traditions, and celebrations alone while learning the following: · The advantages and drawbacks of practicing solitary Wicca · Constructing the tools and sacred space needed to create magic every day · Using dreamwork, tarot cards, crystals, nature, astrology, and other divinations · Maintaining ethics without the guidance of a coven · Developing the power to heal and to ward off negativity Let Wicca for One be your guide and inspiration as you travel the time-honored path of the solitary practitioner. “A complete handbook of rites, rituals, and ultimately personal empowerment. Truly a guide for magickal living, and for all seasons of life.” —Anthony Paige, author of Rocking the Goddess
The book explores the evolution of Witchcraft from ancient Pagan origins to contemporary practices. It addresses common misconceptions that have arisen over the centuries, contrasting them with the authentic beliefs and practices articulated by practitioners of Witchcraft. Through this examination, readers gain a deeper understanding of the true nature of Witchcraft, shedding light on its historical context and the voices of those who have lived it.
Featuring a delightful array of cartoons spanning from the 1960s to the present, this collection showcases Ray Buckland's exceptional sense of humor. Each illustration captures his unique comedic style, offering readers a visual feast of wit and creativity that has evolved over decades.
This guidebook offers a comprehensive introduction to various aspects of the paranormal, covering topics from astrology to tarot and 23 additional systems. It provides basic instructions for beginners, making complex arts and sciences accessible. Readers are invited to explore the intriguing concept of the fourth dimension, where time and space serve as educators, and personal discovery is encouraged. This resource is ideal for those curious about the mystical and the unknown.
Set during World War II, a young nurse named Kirsteen Craig is recruited by Winston Churchill's secret spies after demonstrating courage during a bombing raid. Sent to occupied France, she infiltrates the French Resistance, makes crucial contacts, and faces capture by the Gestapo. An unexpected bond forms with a Gestapo officer, complicating her mission. As she aids the Resistance in sabotaging railway lines, she endures torture but must find a way to escape, locate the missing British spy, and return him to England.
Set against the backdrop of London Society, the story follows Prince Honoré, a celebrated Spiritualist medium, whose séance leads to a shocking murder. Investigator Bertie Hawkins delves into the backgrounds of the attendees, while his cousin complicates matters by becoming romantically involved with a female sitter. As the mystery deepens with the medium's own murder, Bertie and his cousin must navigate personal conflicts and unravel the truth, ultimately revealing an unexpected culprit in a thrilling climax.
Set in London's Lyceum Theatre, the story unfolds around the mysterious death of a prominent actor, raising questions of accident, suicide, or murder. Amidst the chaos, a vampire figure emerges, threatening the theatre's audience. Bram Stoker and Harry Rivers must unravel the truth behind the actor's demise while investigating the possibility of a vampire threat in London. This thrilling mystery combines elements of intrigue and the supernatural, continuing the series' acclaim from notable reviews.
The book offers practical techniques for individuals to connect with their departed loved ones without the need for a medium or formal training. It emphasizes the ease and safety of contacting spirits from the comfort of home, empowering readers to explore their spiritual connections at their own pace.
Exploring the rise of rune reading, this book highlights its emergence alongside traditional divination methods like tarot, I-Ching, and astrology. It traces the popularity of runes, particularly since Ralph Blum's influential 1982 work, which sparked interest in this ancient practice. The text emphasizes the growing availability of resources for learning rune interpretation, showcasing the expanding landscape of divination tools and their cultural significance.