... also point to both the location of Camelot and to Arthur's final resting place of Avalon, near to Hadrian's Wall. From this basis the author explores historical genealogies, chronicles, myths and folklore ...
The Celts, once the most powerful force in central Europe, have preserved their character, culture, and folklore more strongly than any other of the Caucasian peoples. The names they go by are a clue to ...
In the myths, legends, and folklore of many peoples, the returning, physical dead play a significant role, whether they are the zombies of Haiti or the draugr of Scandinavia. But what are the origins of ...
... medicine, one where the plants spirit is consulted for guidance and healing beyond the physical. Examining the botany, modern and traditional uses, history, and folklore of 13 special herbs, such as rosemary, ...
An intriguing survey of the world of health and medicine from curious remedies to uncommon conditions. The history of healing is full of curiosities-some based on time-honored folklore, others straight ...
... Wide-ranging topics also include Western occultism, myth and folklore, meditation, astrology, the Burning Times, history, herbalism, and much more. Deborah Lipp opens the book with a discussion of the ...
... 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 Spellbookincludes ...
... folklore and Western Occultism, and material relevant to any tradition, you can use this book to research any aspect of the Craft, including: - Theology-pantheons, Wiccan Rede, Three-Fold Law - History-Craft ...
Heather wine, cock-a-leekie, and boxty on the griddle--the folklore, proverbs, songs, and legends of the Celtic nations revolve around this wonderful variety of food and drink. Now readers can feast upon ...
... including actual first-person encounters with vampires of all typesthe ancient undead of folklore, contemporary mortal blood drinkers, and the most dangerous creatures of all: psychic vampires who intentionally ...
... the Christian way with the primeval and pagan past of England. She describes three ways of approaching Glastonbury: by way of the legends associated with it (including early folklore, Joseph of Arimathea, ...
... power animal or totem. Rosalyn Greene's ability to shift, both mentally and astrally, combined with her extensive study of the secret shapeshifting folklore, has resulted in this fascinating examination ...
Fabulous animals, specters from the shadow world, nature spirits, and sacred beings: these are the monstrous, marvelous, and mythic creatures that have come down to us in folklore and legend. Some probably ...
Author and illustrator Martín Prechtel is internationally known for his explorations of ancient folklore and uncovering the lessons therein for modern readers. In The Disobedience of the Daughter of the ...
... But the simpler stories such as those of a plant's energy explored day-to-day matters like health and love. This understanding of the world has been preserved in folklore through poems, chants, ditties ...
... extensive research and a deep personal experience with Pagan traditions, Ellen Evert Hopman explores the history and folklore surrounding the eight major Celtic festivals: Samhain, Winter Solstice, Imbolc, ...
... demystifies a topic that has long been overdramatized by the folklore surrounding possession and exorcism.Using actual case studies of the 'hungry ghost' phenomenon, Dr. Sagan analyzes their mechanisms ...
... Celtic Druids; Ogamfews, the meaning of the individual tree letters, their magic, characteristics, folklore, and related stories; and Ogamcasting, the practical art of Ogam divination, which includes spreads, ...
ò A fascinating, illustrated exploration of the integral roles cats have played in our myths, legends, and history. ò By the highly acclaimed author of over 30 books on magic and folklore, including the ...
This revised edition of Aromatherapy Workbook incorporates the latest biochemical research with the spiritual and psychological effects of essential oils. A practical guide to the history, folklore, science, ...
... story of his personal journey as an English-trained Christian schoolteacher who receives a calling to follow in his grandfather's footsteps as a shaman and keeper of folklore. He then tells the stories ...
... easily available, most familiar, and most fascinating medicinal plants, tracing their history, folklore, and healing properties, and summarizing the latest scientific research on their many benefits. The ...
... kingdom in this charming hands-on guide to green magick and spirituality. Designed to enhance any tradition or style of the Craft, this handy herbal reference provides the physical description, folklore, ...
... of the divine feminine: from holy wells and shrines, lost underground chambers to folklore, legends and fairy tales. Between them they have researched and photographed hundreds of sites. They present a ...
... crafted over six years, this long-awaited deck will delight all tarot enthusiasts with its wondrous blend of fairy tales, myth, and folklore from diverse cultures around the world. Featuring breathtaking ...
More than belladonna and wolfsbane, this book is about making a magickal garden with practical advice, flower folklore, moon gardening, advanced witchcraft, and more. Illustrations.
From the temples of ancient Egypt to the homes of modern Witches, cats have long been associated with magick and mystery. Examining cat mythology and folklore from around the world and sprinkled with enchanting ...
Step into a world of spiritual rejuvenation and radiant health with the restorative power of herbs. Brimming with herbal folklore, tips for growing and harvesting your own herbs, and over two hundred medicinal ...
... combines art, history, mythology, folklore, philosophy, and comparative religion with an informed spiritual and feminist perspective. Vicki Noble challenges us to celebrate our ancient peaceful heritage ...
A monumental study of comparative magic, folklore, and religion, The Golden Bough was originally published in two volumes in 1890, grew to twelve volumes for the third edition in 1915, and was ultimately ...
Here are thirty-two classic myths that bring the Viking world vividly to life. The mythic legacy of the Scandinavians includes a cycle of stories filled with magnificent images from pre-Christian Europe. ...
Volume 1 of the fullest, most exact, most useful compilation of herbal material. Gigantic alphabetical encyclopedia, from aconite to zedoary, gives botanical information, medical properties, folklore, ...
Volume 2 of the fullest, most useful compilation of herbal material. Gigantic alphabetical encyclopedia, from aconite to zedoary, gives botanical information, medical properties, folklore, economic uses, ...
... the author's account of firsthand testimony from living sources, classified under individual countries and introduced by leading authorities on anthropology and folklore. The next section concerns the recorded ...
Rooted in myth, occult mysteries, and belief in magic, these stories are populated by a lively cast of sorcerers, fairies, ghosts, and nature spirits. The great Irish poet heard these enchanting, mystical ...
Eightácharming tales full of the whimsy and wordplay of Irish folklore. Newly reset in large, easy-to-read type are: 'Hudden and Dudden and Donald OÆNeary,' 'Conal and Donal and Taig,' 'The Old HagÆs Long ...
Rich with storytelling, history, and folklore, The Lakota Way expresses the heart of Native American philosophy and imparts the path to a fulfilling and meaningful life. Joseph Marshall is a member of ...
A treasure trove of spells and rituals rooted in magical and spiritual traditions from all over the world, this book is the comprehensive reference for anyone who is interested in folklore, mythology, ...