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A Witch Alone
by Marion Green
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Deb’s Comment:
I loved this book, it was a refreshing change from most beginners’ books,
there was no “thou shalt” or “thou shalt not”, it was not about laying down
the law from the author’s point of view, it was a gentle guide to help you
find your own path and your own truth. I especially loved the section on
tools.
Some beginners may find the lack of clear instructions on how to go about
“being a Witch” a little frustrating, but I think the flow of the book, and
the year it should take to read and follow is a very good idea. She
includes suggestions for further reading at the end of each chapter, and
those can be read to compare her ideas for that chapter or moon, with those
of others.
To Ride a Silver Broomstick
by Silver
RavenWolf
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Deb’s Comment:
A somewhat controversial beginners’ book, I still like to include it in what
we offer. I find the friendly, chatty commentary and writing style to be
easy-going rather than condescending. I dislike the interchangeable use of
Witch and Wiccan, that is something that I personally disagree with; I also
struggle somewhat with the laying down of the law of “what a Witch is and is
not”.
That said, many of the exercises are useful to any beginner, and I found
many of the invocations etc to be truly beautiful. There is a lot of good,
solid information and references in here, just remember that the opinions of
the author are her truth and you don’t have to take them as yours.
The Real Witches’ Craft
by Kate
West
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Deb’s Comment:
I haven’t read this book properly yet, so I can’t comment on all that it
contains. I like the reference material and the exercises that I spotted
when leafing through it.
Cunningham’s Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs
by Scott
Cunningham
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Deb’s Comment:
A great reference book, packed full of all the information you need to begin
making your own herbal mixes. Entries include Latin names, folk names,
Elemental information, planetary information, and some history and folklore
associated with the plant. At the back of the book there are several tables
and appendices that give you starting places to look, by purpose, by planet,
by element or by gender.
The Complete Book of Incense, Oils and
Brews
by Scott
Cunningham
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Deb’s Comment:
This book is a very good starting point for those just beginning to
experiment with making their own incenses, oils and brews. I don’t
recommend trying all of the recipes, some are included purely for interest,
and there is usually a comment saying such. However, there are some lovely
recipes here, and they provide a starting point for any making of incense
etc.
It also pays to be aware that for all Scott Cunningham’s great work, he was
a very sloppy scholar when it came to certain aspects of Wicca and
Witchcraft, don’t believe everything you read from him, and take care with
some of his resin-heavy incenses, they’re not particularly healthy for you
to breathe in.
The Astrology Bible
by Judy
Hall
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Deb’s Comment:
Written in an easy to follow style, this book contains extensive information
that covers just about everything you can think of that you might need to
know about astrology. It has in-depth run-downs of each sign, including
physical, emotional, careers, shadow side, karma, and perfect gifts for
each.
It then goes on to a comprehensive explanation of each of the Planets, then
the Houses, and tells you how to put it all together and read your own natal
charts.
Thoroughly worth the read.
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