Traditional Magic

Explains how Kimbanda’s presiding deity Eshu embodies both masculine and feminine principles, both god and devil, and thus represents human nature itself with all its vices and virtues Discusses Kimbanda’s magical practices, initiation rites, sacred knives, and sacrificial offerings...

Learn how to use the principles and practices of natural magic for personal development and spiritual empowerment Offers detailed descriptions of the magical properties of minerals, animals, plants, and the earth’s cycles and how to use them in your own practice Explores the magical...

We've noticed a pattern when new students join Hekate's Finishing School. We see some of the same questions, misunderstandings, and hesitations for witches on their paths. And it slows down their progress & causes hurdles to getting results in their practice. To help witches FAST and to make sure new students come in with an EMPOWERED perspective on learning witchcraft, we've created this crash course to get you on track - immediately. If you're curious about witchcraft, if you're just getting started and need a 'quick start' guide to practicing, or if you need a refresher on witchcraft, ...

When we’re kids, we’re bombarded by talk of magic. From children’s books, shows, movies, and games — to Santa Clause, the Easter Bunny, and the Tooth Fairy — there’s no shortage of magical explanations for things. Our entire worldview is filled with magical explanations of things. Part of growing up, it seems, is leaving magic behind, and focusing instead on understanding how things work. That’s not to say that there is no place for wonder and admitting that we don’t know something. In fact those attitudes are a great way to start learning and improving. And these days, it ...

"The desire to understand magic in any specific cultural context is an intellectual puzzle not only for scholars but believers." - Jim Baker The Cunning Man's Handbook is a monumental work of phenomenal scope and scholarship,a comprehensive and challenging exploration of the practices and beliefs of Cunning Folk in Britain and America between 1550-1900, their heyday. Exploring the social and theological milieu of the period, the author demonstrates the essentially Christian nature of Cunning practices, presenting an illuminating discourse on the concept of magic and its perceived ...

This is an optional book for those curious before starting the HFS Core Curriculum. For best results, each book is meant to be gone through in the order they are listed as they build on the prior one. Are you a beginner witch with a voice of doubt creating hurdles for all your magical workings? Is your voice of doubt giving away the credit for your magic to the realm of coincidences? Is society beating you back and winning, convincing you that magic isn’t real and you’re putting your heart and passion into a path that isn’t going to work? When we find the confidence we need to remove ...

Something sinister and eerie is afoot in Linnly County... When Chief Sidney Becker arrives at a crime scene on the lakeshore of her small town, she’s confronted with one of the most spine chilling murders she’s ever witnessed. The victim was drained of blood, yet the crime scene is immaculate. The man’s nude body is inscribed with mysterious symbols, and strange tokens are buried nearby in the sand. A highly skilled detective, Sidney won’t rest until the killer is in custody. The investigation takes her into the world of magical practices and beliefs; her suspects include witches, ...

This is an optional book for those curious before starting the HFS Core Curriculum. For best results, each book is meant to be gone through in the order they are listed as they build on the prior one. Are you an experienced witch that has stirred ’round the cauldron a time or two? Do you keep falling out of practice and beating yourself up for not being a ‘good witch’? Are you questioning your path, your practice, or your ability as a ‘real’ witch? Have you been feeling like you’re doing half-hearted attempts at your celebrations for far too long, always promising that ‘next ...

Discover the magic of the Faraway Tree this Easter. Now a major movie! The first enchanting story in the Magic Faraway Tree series by Enid Blyton, the world's best-loved storyteller - read by Kate Winslet. Joe, Beth and Frannie find the Enchanted Wood on the doorstep of their new home, and when...

Step beyond the edge of the ordinary world and into the living mysteries of hedge witchcraft. For centuries, witches have spoken of crossing the veil, practicing spirit flight, and walking between the worlds to commune with the dead, the land spirits, and the unseen powers. Crossing the Hedge is a comprehensive guide to hedge witchcraft, liminal magick, and Otherworld journeying, offering the rituals, tools, and grounded practices you need to safely navigate the spirit realm. Rooted in animism, folklore, and traditional witchcraft, this book reveals how hedge-crossing works—and how modern...

Discover the magic of the Faraway Tree this Easter. Now a major movie! The second book in the enchanting Magic Faraway Tree series by Enid Blyton, the world's best-loved storyteller - read by Kate Winslet. Joe, Beth and Frannie's cousin Rick comes to stay, reluctant at first to share in their...

A goblin with no body and a monster with no face. A resourceful samurai and a faithful daughter. A spirit of the moon and a dragon king. This collection of 15 traditional Japanese folktales transports listeners to a time of adventure and enchantment. Drawn from the works of folklorists Lafcadio Hearn and Yei Theodora Ozaki, these tales are by turns terrifying, exhilarating, and poetic.

Why do some people seem to attract luck — while others repeat the same misfortunes? The answer, according to 5,000 years of Taoist wisdom, lies in the soul. Taoist Soul Therapy: Lin Hun is the first authoritative written guide to Lin Hun Therapy — an officially trademarked system (USPTO, 2020) rooted in ancient Chinese alchemy, Taoist life coaching, and Divine Guidance through communication with celestial spirits. Inside, Grand Master Alex Anatole reveals: The difference between the prenatal Hun soul and the postnatal Po — and why it matters for your fate How social conditioning ...

Impossible crime stories have delighted people since the invention of detective fiction as puzzle-lovers sought more cerebral entertainment. Following on from Miraculous Mysteries, CWA Diamond Dagger Award-winning crime writer Martin Edwards brings together a whole new casebook of mystifying locked room mysteries and impossible crimes. Featuring more great stories by John Dickson Carr, Julian Symons and Margery Allingham alongside newly rediscovered writers, this selection of stories will bring you more insight into one of the most celebrated and dazzling sub-genres of detective fiction.

A fascinating collection of letters and teachings from Robert Cochrane, one of the most influential and enigmatic figures of the Traditional Craft movement. Through personal correspondence, reflections, and practical insights, Cochrane reveals his vision of the Old Craft, its folklore, spirituality, and magical philosophy. This volume offers a rare glimpse into a living tradition that existed beyond modern Wicca, preserving the wisdom of hereditary and traditional practitioners. Essential reading for students of witchcraft, occult history, folklore, and contemporary Paganism. Discover the ...

Step into the forgotten world of herbal lore, folk magic, and ancient healing traditions. Folklore of Herbs explores the rich history, symbolism, and mystical uses of herbs through old legends, traditional remedies, witchcraft, astrology, and the wisdom of historic herbalists. From physic gardens and healing plants to biblical herbs and folk customs, this charming classic reveals how deeply plants were woven into everyday life and spiritual belief. A beautifully atmospheric journey into the magical and medicinal history of herbs — perfect for readers interested in folklore, traditional ...

Spellwork is a living practice—one built on understanding, intention, and skill. The Crooked Path of Spell Work is a practical, grounded guide for practitioners who want to deepen their understanding of how spells truly function. Written from a traditional witchcraft perspective, this book focuses on the inner mechanics of spellwork, offering readers the tools to work with greater clarity, confidence, and consistency. Rather than relying on borrowed wording or surface-level ritual, this work teaches spellcraft as a coherent system—one that can be adapted, refined, and strengthened over ...

What if courage, family, and kindness were the most powerful magic of all? The Secret of the Yellow Moon is a fun, clean fantasy adventure featuring a strong female hero and a richly imagined magical fantasy realm filled with unicorns, mermaids, fairy magic, and talking dogs. Perfect for readers who love clean YA fantasy adventure, middle grade fantasy, and family fantasy adventure quests, this story blends heart, humor, and action into an unforgettable journey. Eleven-year-old Alice never expected to become a hero—but when her family’s hidden past awakens an ancient threat, she must ...

A dreamy collection of tales by the world's best-loved storyteller. Perfect for children aged 5 and up! From adventures with sleepy giants to bedtime stories about how Bobs the dog got a cold nose, drift into dreamland with these short stories by Enid Blyton. Look out for midnight parties and...

Este es un libro para aprender brujería tradicional por tu cuenta. Al terminar este libro tendrás tu propio libro de las sombras, y sabrás cómo usarlo para hacer hechizos, sortilegios y conjuros. Si te interesa la brujería tradicional, la brujería celta, la brujería verde, o simplemente aprender a hacer hechizos de magia en general, dándoles tu toque personal y único, este libro puede serte de gran ayuda.