British Isle, Norse, and Shaman Books
Celtic Inspirations by Lyn Webster Wilde
$
10.95
The Celts were not only great warriors but also a creative, peaceful and mystical people. Today we especially appreciate their imaginative myth-making, their brilliant design, and their profound sense of wonder and magic; three elements that combine in this beautiful and inspiring book. Celtic Inspirations captures the spirit of the druids and bards in a rich collection of poetry, spiritual insights, and meditative exercises that concentrate on the universal truths of Celtic wisdom; as meaningful and helpful today as they were in the Dark Ages. Discover how to heal using plants, how to cast spells, and how to travel safely in the Otherworld. Learn the secrets of King Arthur's knights and the truth about the Holy Grail.
By absorbing Celtic wisdom at the deepest level of our minds, we furnish our imaginations with beautiful and profound insights. This book is the magic key.
This is a 160 page soft-cover book.
By absorbing Celtic wisdom at the deepest level of our minds, we furnish our imaginations with beautiful and profound insights. This book is the magic key.
This is a 160 page soft-cover book.
Celtic Magic by D.J. Conway
$
7.95
Celtic Magic is an ancient practice firmly rooted in the Celtic pantheon, Nature and the Elements. Included in this book are the various methods of spellwork, ritual, meditation and divination that can help you influence or even change certain aspects of your life.
Learn how to:
Learn how to:
- Gain money
- Gain love
- Gain protection
- Gain prophecies
- Rid yourself of negatives
- Bind a trouble-maker
- Strengthen your psychic shield
- Promote physical, mental and spiritual health
Drawing Down the Spirits by Kenax Filan and Raven Kaldera
$
18.95
Drawing Down the Spirits presents an insider's view of the inner workings, sacred traditions, and prevalence of spirit possession existing in our modern world. Spirit possession is an integral part of shamanism as well as many neo-pagan forms of worship that draw down deities or invite spirit possession. However, spirit possession is not for the unprepared. In Drawing Down the Spirits, Kenaz Filan and Raven Kaldera, both initiated and experienced in shamanic and Vodou traditions, present the practical guidance needed to participate in ritual possession.
Addressing the benefits and the dangers that await the naïve, Filan and Kaldera show that there is no such thing as a guaranteed "safe" possession, because spirits have their own agenda-and they are much more powerful than we are. The authors provide a variety of techniques to prepare for possession and abort possession and to promote the safety of the possessed as well as the spirits and witnesses present. With a wide-ranging look at the historic forms of ritual possession found throughout the world-including Uganda, Nepal, Korea, Bali, Greece, Turkey, Scandinavia, and France-the authors also include numerous firsthand accounts collected from witnesses of modern spirit possession.
This is a 338 page soft cover book.
Addressing the benefits and the dangers that await the naïve, Filan and Kaldera show that there is no such thing as a guaranteed "safe" possession, because spirits have their own agenda-and they are much more powerful than we are. The authors provide a variety of techniques to prepare for possession and abort possession and to promote the safety of the possessed as well as the spirits and witnesses present. With a wide-ranging look at the historic forms of ritual possession found throughout the world-including Uganda, Nepal, Korea, Bali, Greece, Turkey, Scandinavia, and France-the authors also include numerous firsthand accounts collected from witnesses of modern spirit possession.
This is a 338 page soft cover book.
Druid Isle by Ellen Evert Hopma
$
18.95
For Aife, the beautiful adopted daughter of Drui healer Ethne and her warrior partner Ruadh, lfie revolves around the sacred beauty and ancient mystery of the Old Ways. Surrounded by lush, green trees and frolicsome wildlife, the Forest School has been the heart of her Druidric education, and her beloved home. But to become a healer and ap riestss, she most leave behind all that she loves and journey to the Druid Isle…
Handsome and spirited, Lucius is resolved to seek adventure outside of the Christian monastery where he was raised. Following a daring escape one night, Luscious arrives at a Pagan Gaulish village and discovers their gentle way of life. But a political firestorm is brewing, and Lucius is caught in the middle as the church and the Romans attempt to destroy everything the Druids hold dear. In his desperation to escape ruthless enemies and untold dangers, Lucius finds himself on the Druid Isle, where he will face the biggest decision of his life.
Set on a third-century island off the coast of Scotland, this instructional Celtic tale delves deeply into the spiritual mysteries of the Druids, offering glimpses of Druidic daily life, herbal lore, and ancient rituals, along with a fascinating look at the Romans, Gauls, and Britons. Included within you will also find a Celtic, Druidic glossary.
This is a 256 page soft cover book.
Handsome and spirited, Lucius is resolved to seek adventure outside of the Christian monastery where he was raised. Following a daring escape one night, Luscious arrives at a Pagan Gaulish village and discovers their gentle way of life. But a political firestorm is brewing, and Lucius is caught in the middle as the church and the Romans attempt to destroy everything the Druids hold dear. In his desperation to escape ruthless enemies and untold dangers, Lucius finds himself on the Druid Isle, where he will face the biggest decision of his life.
Set on a third-century island off the coast of Scotland, this instructional Celtic tale delves deeply into the spiritual mysteries of the Druids, offering glimpses of Druidic daily life, herbal lore, and ancient rituals, along with a fascinating look at the Romans, Gauls, and Britons. Included within you will also find a Celtic, Druidic glossary.
This is a 256 page soft cover book.
Druid Magic Handbook by John Greer
$
19.95
The Druid Magic Handbook is the first manual of magical practice in Druidry, one of the fastest growing branches of the Pagan movement. The book breaks new ground, teaching Druids how to practice ritual magic for practical and spiritual goals within their own tradition. What sets The Druid Magic Handbook apart is that it does not require the reader to use a particular pantheon or set of symbols. Although it presents one drawn from Welsh Druid tradition, it also shows the reader how to adapt rites and other practices to fit the deities and symbols most meaningful to them. This cutting edge system of ritual magic can be used by Druids, Pagans, Christians, and Thelemites alike!
This is a 248 page softcover book.
This is a 248 page softcover book.
Druid's Herbal for the Sacred Earth Year by Ellen Evert Hopman
$
12.95
For the ancient Druids, the healing and magical properties of herbs were inseparable from the larger cycles of the seasons, the movements of the planets, and the progression of a human life.
A Druid’s Herbal shows the reader how to use herbs when creating rituals to celebrate festivals and significant life passages such as births, house blessings, weddings, funerals, and naming ceremonies.
Drawing on 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, Spring Equinox, Beltaine, Summer Solstice, Lugnasad, and Fall Equinox. Included in each discussion are complete instructions on the medicinal and magical uses of the herbs associated with each celebration.
Using these Celtic traditions as examples, the author suggests ways to incorporate the symbolic and magical power of herbs into personal rituals that honor all phases of life from childbirth to last rites. Also included are chapters on how to prepare herbal tinctures, salves, and poultices; herbs used by the Druids; herbal alchemy and the planets; and the relationships between herbs and sacred places.
Filled with practical information and imaginative suggestions for using herbs for healing, ceremony, and magic, this book is an indispensable and comprehensive guide to age-old herbal practices.
This is a 213 page trade softcover book.
A Druid’s Herbal shows the reader how to use herbs when creating rituals to celebrate festivals and significant life passages such as births, house blessings, weddings, funerals, and naming ceremonies.
Drawing on 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, Spring Equinox, Beltaine, Summer Solstice, Lugnasad, and Fall Equinox. Included in each discussion are complete instructions on the medicinal and magical uses of the herbs associated with each celebration.
Using these Celtic traditions as examples, the author suggests ways to incorporate the symbolic and magical power of herbs into personal rituals that honor all phases of life from childbirth to last rites. Also included are chapters on how to prepare herbal tinctures, salves, and poultices; herbs used by the Druids; herbal alchemy and the planets; and the relationships between herbs and sacred places.
Filled with practical information and imaginative suggestions for using herbs for healing, ceremony, and magic, this book is an indispensable and comprehensive guide to age-old herbal practices.
This is a 213 page trade softcover book.
Druid's Herbal for Sacred Tree Medicine by Ellen Evert Hopman
$
14.95
A Druid's Herbal of Sacred Tree Medicine provides for you an in-depth look at the history, herbal uses, and spiritual aspects of the sacred trees in the ancient Celtic Ogham Tree Alphabet. Find within:
Combining her extensive herbal knowledge and keen poetic insight, Ellen Evert Hopman delves deeply into the historic allusions and associations of each of the 20 letters of the Ogham Tree Alphabet. She also examines Native American healing methods for possible clues to the way ancient Europeans may have used these trees as healing agents. Druidic spiritual practices, herbal healing remedies, and plant lore are included for each tree in the alphabet as well as how each is used in traditional rituals such as the Celtic Fire Festivals and other celebrations. Hopman also includes a pronunciation guide for the oghams and information on the divinatory meanings associated with each tree.
This is a 248 page softcover book.
- Details the 20 trees of the ogham alphabet and their therapeutic and magical virtues
- Examines the Forest Druid practices associated with each tree as well as the traditional uses in Native American medicine
- Describes the Celtic Fire Festivals and how each tree is featured in these holy days
Combining her extensive herbal knowledge and keen poetic insight, Ellen Evert Hopman delves deeply into the historic allusions and associations of each of the 20 letters of the Ogham Tree Alphabet. She also examines Native American healing methods for possible clues to the way ancient Europeans may have used these trees as healing agents. Druidic spiritual practices, herbal healing remedies, and plant lore are included for each tree in the alphabet as well as how each is used in traditional rituals such as the Celtic Fire Festivals and other celebrations. Hopman also includes a pronunciation guide for the oghams and information on the divinatory meanings associated with each tree.
This is a 248 page softcover book.
Druidry Handbook by John Greer
$
19.95
A living tradition of nature spirituality rooted in Celtic antiquity and revived to meet the challenges of contemporary life, Druidry offers a path of harmony through reconnection with the green Earth. The Druidry Handbook is a hands-on manual of traditional British Druid practice. Explore the Sun Path of seasonal celebration, the Moon Path of meditation, and the Earth Path of living in harmony with nature. From ritual and meditation to nature awareness and ecological action, John Michael Greer opens the door to a spiritualy rooted in the living earth with a mix of philosophy, rituals, spiritual practices, and lifestyle issues.
Paperback 272 pgs.
Paperback 272 pgs.
Druids by Jean Markale
$
18.95
A comprehensive and revealing look at the druids and their fundamental role in Celtic society that dispels many of the misconceptions about these important religious figures and their doctrine.
Druidism was one of the greatest and most exalting adventures of the human spirit, attempting to reconcile the unreconcilable, the individual and the collective, creator and created, good and evil, day and night, past and future, and life and death. Because of the oral nature of Celtic civilization our understanding of its spiritual truths and rituals is necessarily incomplete. Yet evidence exists that can provide the modern reader with a better understanding of the doctrine that took druidic apprentices 20 years to learn in the remote forests of the British Isles and Gaul.
Using the descriptions of the druids and their beliefs provided by the historians and chroniclers of classic antiquity, as well as those recorded by the insular Celts themselves when compelled, under Christianity's influence, to utilize writing to preserve their ancestral traditions, Jean Markale painstakingly pieces together all that is known for certain about them. The druids were more than simply the priests of the Celtic people; their influence extended to all aspects of Celtic life. The Druids covers everything concerning the Celtic religious domain, intellectual speculations, cultural or magical practices, various beliefs, and the so-called profane sciences that have come down from the Celtic priesthood.
This is a 276 page trade softcover book.
Druidism was one of the greatest and most exalting adventures of the human spirit, attempting to reconcile the unreconcilable, the individual and the collective, creator and created, good and evil, day and night, past and future, and life and death. Because of the oral nature of Celtic civilization our understanding of its spiritual truths and rituals is necessarily incomplete. Yet evidence exists that can provide the modern reader with a better understanding of the doctrine that took druidic apprentices 20 years to learn in the remote forests of the British Isles and Gaul.
Using the descriptions of the druids and their beliefs provided by the historians and chroniclers of classic antiquity, as well as those recorded by the insular Celts themselves when compelled, under Christianity's influence, to utilize writing to preserve their ancestral traditions, Jean Markale painstakingly pieces together all that is known for certain about them. The druids were more than simply the priests of the Celtic people; their influence extended to all aspects of Celtic life. The Druids covers everything concerning the Celtic religious domain, intellectual speculations, cultural or magical practices, various beliefs, and the so-called profane sciences that have come down from the Celtic priesthood.
This is a 276 page trade softcover book.
Essential Asatru, Norse Paganism by Diana Paxson
$
12.95
In Essential Asatru, renowned author and priestess Diana Paxson demystifies an ancient, rich, and often misunderstood religion, and offers a practical guide for its modern followers.
Filled with clear, concise instructions on living Asatru every day, this truly accessible guide takes you on a journey from Asatru’s origins in Scandinavian and German paganism to its acceptance as an official religion in the 1970s.
Essential Asatru also includes:
Essential Asatru is an elegant and splendid introduction to a centuries-old religion that continues to enrich and fascinate its followers today.
Filled with clear, concise instructions on living Asatru every day, this truly accessible guide takes you on a journey from Asatru’s origins in Scandinavian and German paganism to its acceptance as an official religion in the 1970s.
Essential Asatru also includes:
- A complete history of Asatru gods and goddesses, including Odin, Thor, and Ostara
- The life values, such as honor, truth, fidelity, and hospitality, that shape Asatru’s tenets
- Indispensable information on rituals, rune casting, ethics, and divination.
Essential Asatru is an elegant and splendid introduction to a centuries-old religion that continues to enrich and fascinate its followers today.
Futhark: Handbook Of Rune Magic by Thorsson/Flowers
$
16.95
This complete book of rune instruction includes rune history and lore, its basis in metaphysical thought and mysticism, complete definitions of the 24 runes of the Elder Futhark, and the etymology, phonetic value and interpretation of each rune. The author's presentation of this powerful system is lucid and profound, and provides a valuable tool for spiritual transformation and self-development. Paperback, 153 pages
Gods of the Runes, Divine Shapers of Fate by Frank Joseph
$
17.95
Invented long before the appearance of the runic alphabet Futhark some two thousand years ago, the runes were originally created as symbols for specific deities. Representing the twenty-four Norse gods and goddesses from the Vanir and Aesir pantheons, the runes provide a way to establish direct contact with the divine shapers of fate.
Based on the work of the Austrian mystic and runologist Guido von List and anthropologist Marija Gimbutas as well as the oldest rune artifacts to survive from pre-Christian Europe, this book reveals the long history of runes from their appearances in Paleolithic cave paintings through their rechristening in medieval times to their modern resurgence as a popular tool of divination. It uncovers the original names and divinatory meanings of each rune by exploring the myths, personality traits, astrological periods, indentifying colors, and gemstones of the rune's corresponding god or goddess. It also illustrates and explains five ancient rune-casting spreads used by Norse adepts for divination as well as character analysis. Gods of the Runes shows how working with the runes can be a genuine mystical experience, enabling a personal connection with the gods and rediscover of their perennial truths.
Based on the work of the Austrian mystic and runologist Guido von List and anthropologist Marija Gimbutas as well as the oldest rune artifacts to survive from pre-Christian Europe, this book reveals the long history of runes from their appearances in Paleolithic cave paintings through their rechristening in medieval times to their modern resurgence as a popular tool of divination. It uncovers the original names and divinatory meanings of each rune by exploring the myths, personality traits, astrological periods, indentifying colors, and gemstones of the rune's corresponding god or goddess. It also illustrates and explains five ancient rune-casting spreads used by Norse adepts for divination as well as character analysis. Gods of the Runes shows how working with the runes can be a genuine mystical experience, enabling a personal connection with the gods and rediscover of their perennial truths.
Great Norse, Celtic and Teutonic Legends by Wilhelm Wagner
$
9.95
This captivating collection of legends and romances encompasses the principal hero-lays of the great epic cycles of the Teutonic Middle Ages. Timeless tales of love and war recount the deeds of the noble Siegfried and grim Hagen, the gentle Gudrun and her beautiful mother Hilde, the Lind-worm, and Sigenot the giant.
These are the stories behind many great works of art and literature: the Amelungs, the ancient forebears o the heroic Dietrich and his bride; the Hegeling and Nibelung legends, on which Wagner based his Ring cycle; the saga of Beowulf and his victory over the monstrous Grendel; the legends of the Knights of the Round Table and their exalted quest for the Holy Grail; and the Rhine legend of Lohengrin, a source for the epic Parzival and Wagner's well-known opera.
Narrated in an accessible style, these inspiring legends of Northern Europe's gods and heroes offer compelling reading, both in and out of the classroom.
These are the stories behind many great works of art and literature: the Amelungs, the ancient forebears o the heroic Dietrich and his bride; the Hegeling and Nibelung legends, on which Wagner based his Ring cycle; the saga of Beowulf and his victory over the monstrous Grendel; the legends of the Knights of the Round Table and their exalted quest for the Holy Grail; and the Rhine legend of Lohengrin, a source for the epic Parzival and Wagner's well-known opera.
Narrated in an accessible style, these inspiring legends of Northern Europe's gods and heroes offer compelling reading, both in and out of the classroom.
Healing Power of Trees by Sharlyn Hidalgo
$
17.95
From the birch to the willow, Sharlyn Hidalgo invites you to walk in the footsteps of the druids and enrich your life with the sacred power of trees. This wise and inspiring book will introduce you to all fifteen revered trees of the Celtic Tree Calendar and their unique gifts of healing, guidance, and higher consciousness.
Progress throught he calendar in sequence or choose a particular month to cultivate a relationship with these majestic spirits of nature. Perform guided meditations and go on journeys to discover the totems, guides, and deities corresponding to each species. Travel through the Wheel of the Year and learn about each tree's astrology, ruling planets, rune symbol, and ogham (its letter of the Celtic tree alphabet).
The Healing Power of Trees is your guide to living the principles of the Celtic tradition; tuning in to the rhythms of nature, respecting the land, and fulfilling your role as a steward of the earth.
This is a 254 page soft cover book.
Progress throught he calendar in sequence or choose a particular month to cultivate a relationship with these majestic spirits of nature. Perform guided meditations and go on journeys to discover the totems, guides, and deities corresponding to each species. Travel through the Wheel of the Year and learn about each tree's astrology, ruling planets, rune symbol, and ogham (its letter of the Celtic tree alphabet).
The Healing Power of Trees is your guide to living the principles of the Celtic tradition; tuning in to the rhythms of nature, respecting the land, and fulfilling your role as a steward of the earth.
This is a 254 page soft cover book.
Initiation At Beltane by Tamarin Laurel
$
15.95
Initiation at Beltane weaves a story of modern magical training with strands of ancient wisdom from Faerie tradition, Celtic Shamanism, Witchcraft, and Arthurian legend. A work of visionary fiction, it blends a magical fantasy narrative with actual practical instruction in the magical arts. This novel can also be used as a workbook for both beginners and advanced practitioners of magic. An index of techniques described in the narrative gives readers a basis for further development in solitary or group spiritual practice. The first book in a series (perfect for graduates of Hogwart's interested in developing their own magical skills), this is a journey of self-discovery that invites the reader to join in and learn from the hero's experience. Paperback 469 pgs
Making of a Druid (hc) by Christian J Guyonvarc'h
$
19.95
Because ancient druidic knowledge was transmitted orally, most of what has been represented as the teachings of the druids has been conjecture or fantasy. Now eminent Celtic scholar Christian J. Guyonvarc'h tears away the obscurity surrounding what the druids taught and how they taught it with his magisterial examination of the little-known Celtic text, Imcallam in da Thuarad, generally translated as The Colloquy of Two Sages.
Up to now, this text has been regarded as merely an elaborate battle of wits between two bards, a dispute centered on a younger bard's attempt to unseat an older bard's position in the court of Conchobar. Thanks to the present translation and its accompanying commentary, we now can see that this text depicts the examination by a teacher of a druidic candidate. Consequently, the reader gains valuable insight into the actual nature of druidic science and the vast store of knowledge--acquired over an arduous fifteen- to twenty-year period--necessary to become a druid. Both modern druids and Celtic aficionados alike will find The Making of a Druid a fascinating storehouse of forgotten wisdom.
This is a 133 page hardcover book.
Up to now, this text has been regarded as merely an elaborate battle of wits between two bards, a dispute centered on a younger bard's attempt to unseat an older bard's position in the court of Conchobar. Thanks to the present translation and its accompanying commentary, we now can see that this text depicts the examination by a teacher of a druidic candidate. Consequently, the reader gains valuable insight into the actual nature of druidic science and the vast store of knowledge--acquired over an arduous fifteen- to twenty-year period--necessary to become a druid. Both modern druids and Celtic aficionados alike will find The Making of a Druid a fascinating storehouse of forgotten wisdom.
This is a 133 page hardcover book.
Magic of the Celtic Gods and Goddesses by McColman/ Hinds
$
15.95
Magic of the Celtic Gods and Goddesses is the first resource to help Pagans, Witches, and Druids connect specificaly with the Celtic Gods and Goddesses in a truly deep, powerful, and spiritual way.
This book is an intimate glimpse into some of the most powerful, but least understood, Pagan deities. It includes visualizations, rituals, and exercises to empower your relationship with the gods, and goddesses, starting today !
Paperback 203 pages
This book is an intimate glimpse into some of the most powerful, but least understood, Pagan deities. It includes visualizations, rituals, and exercises to empower your relationship with the gods, and goddesses, starting today !
Paperback 203 pages
Magic of the Celtic Otherworld
$
18.95
Explore a marvelous world of glamoury: the Celtic Otherworld of shadow and Sidhe, a realm where everything that ever was, is, or will be, exists right now.
The Celts had a life-affirming, mystical way of living, in tune with the forces of Nature and magic. Drawing upon irish Celtic spiritual tradition, history, literature, and myth, this tried and true guidebook (formerly titledGlamoury) offers a holistic system that will help you reconnect with this enchanting realm; the Green World of the Celts.
Magic of the Celtic Otherworld presents techniques for becoming attuned to the life forces of the Green World through seasonal rituals, visualizations, and practical magical workings. Learn how to find your way around the Otherworld, and gain an understanding of how each of us constantly shapes and affects the land on which we live. Most importantly, discover how to make contact with inhabitants of the Otherworld in order to deepen your spiritual practice and enrich your everyday life.
The Celts had a life-affirming, mystical way of living, in tune with the forces of Nature and magic. Drawing upon irish Celtic spiritual tradition, history, literature, and myth, this tried and true guidebook (formerly titledGlamoury) offers a holistic system that will help you reconnect with this enchanting realm; the Green World of the Celts.
Magic of the Celtic Otherworld presents techniques for becoming attuned to the life forces of the Green World through seasonal rituals, visualizations, and practical magical workings. Learn how to find your way around the Otherworld, and gain an understanding of how each of us constantly shapes and affects the land on which we live. Most importantly, discover how to make contact with inhabitants of the Otherworld in order to deepen your spiritual practice and enrich your everyday life.
Merlin Master of Magick by Gordon Strong
$
15.95
Merlin is celebrated as the archetypal wizard, an enigmatic mage whose gifts fo prophecy and miracle working have made him the greatest magician of all time.
Bringing his unmatched knowledge of medieval history, myth, and magick to the legend of Merlin, Gordon Strong vividly reconstructs the famed wizard's life among kings and knights, damsels and dragons, and lost kingdoms. From serving as King Arthur's adviser to obtaining intimate knowledge of Atlantis to launching the quest for the Holy grail, each aspect of Merlin is illuminated as never before.
Piecing together fascinating connections to Druidry, Celtic and Welsh Culture, and Tarot, Strong offers new depths of insight into an existence steeped in war, madness, love, lust and above all, sorcery.
Bringing his unmatched knowledge of medieval history, myth, and magick to the legend of Merlin, Gordon Strong vividly reconstructs the famed wizard's life among kings and knights, damsels and dragons, and lost kingdoms. From serving as King Arthur's adviser to obtaining intimate knowledge of Atlantis to launching the quest for the Holy grail, each aspect of Merlin is illuminated as never before.
Piecing together fascinating connections to Druidry, Celtic and Welsh Culture, and Tarot, Strong offers new depths of insight into an existence steeped in war, madness, love, lust and above all, sorcery.
Mythic Bestiary: Illustrated Guide Hard Copy by Tony Allan
$
29.95
Dragons and firebirds, fairies and orcs: these are just a few of the residents of The Mythic Bestiary. A whole menagerie of make-believe beings from the earth, water, and air inhabit these stunningly written and eye-catching pages, from Japan’s Yukki-onna, a beautiful but deadly spirit who appeared to stranded travelers, to the two-headed venomous snake Amphisbaena, which hailed from the imagination of the Greek poet Nicander. Many are hybrids such as the Quetzalcoatl, the Aztecs’ gorgeous combination of serpent and bird; others, more monstrous, tested the mettle of ancient heroes. A few, like the gigantic winged lion, lammasu served as guardian angels, warding against evil spirits. This guide gives not only a taxonomy of size, appearance, habitat, and powers, but also provides vivid descriptions of the cultures that produced them.
This is a beautiful 256 page hardcover book.
This is a beautiful 256 page hardcover book.
Myths of the Norsemen by H A Guerber
$
12.95
Over the centuries, Northern mythology has exerted much influence on Western customs, language and literature. Its principal theme of the perpetual struggle of the beneficent forces of nature against the injurious, and its twin characteristics of dark tragedy and grim humor, tinge much of European literature and music, most notably Wagner's Ring Cycle.
In this volume, a noted scholar of myth and folklore has assembled a rich collection of Northern mythology as preserved in the Eddas and sagas of Iceland. These are perhaps the purest versions of the original myths, thanks to the island's remoteness and lack of contact with outside influences. Both grand and tragic, the age-old tales tell of the creation of the world; the heroic deeds of such gods and heroes as Odin, Thor and Siegfried; the machinations of the evil Loki; the fantastical adventures of Loki; the fantastical adventures of giants, dwarfs and elves; the twilight of the gods; and much else. Sixty-four marvelous, atmospheric illustrations add an additional dimension of charm.
In this convenient, reliable edition, Myths of the Norsemen offers not only hours of reading entertainment, but valuable insights into the nature and meaning of myth and how it comprises part of the deep and ancient wellspring of Western culture.
In this volume, a noted scholar of myth and folklore has assembled a rich collection of Northern mythology as preserved in the Eddas and sagas of Iceland. These are perhaps the purest versions of the original myths, thanks to the island's remoteness and lack of contact with outside influences. Both grand and tragic, the age-old tales tell of the creation of the world; the heroic deeds of such gods and heroes as Odin, Thor and Siegfried; the machinations of the evil Loki; the fantastical adventures of Loki; the fantastical adventures of giants, dwarfs and elves; the twilight of the gods; and much else. Sixty-four marvelous, atmospheric illustrations add an additional dimension of charm.
In this convenient, reliable edition, Myths of the Norsemen offers not only hours of reading entertainment, but valuable insights into the nature and meaning of myth and how it comprises part of the deep and ancient wellspring of Western culture.
Night of the Witches by Linda Raedisch
$
15.95
Spring has come to the northern forest. The evening wind blows cold as the breath of the frost giants. Just overhead, there is a sound like the rushing of crows' wings. Can it be a coven of witches has flown over these woods?
On any other night, you would probably swear that there was no such thing as a witch - at least, not the kind who streaks through the sky on a broomstick with guttering taper and billowing cloak. But this is no ordinary night; it is the thirtieth of April, the eve of May. Tonight is Wulpurgis Night.
The roots of Wulpurgis Night reach deep into the Pagan past, and modern Europeans celebrate it with as much abandon as their ancestors. Learn about the sacred rites of spring and the thirteen herbs that correspond with the Night of the Witches. Discover how this "lost" holiday has changed from a lusty fertility festival to a children's night of fun and treats. Learn about brooms and hwo to make one, and meet a collection of old-time witches, from Ash Wives to Wolf Crones. This charming, impeccably researched book features a wealth of folklore and herblore, plus original and traditional recipes, crafts, and activities.
This is a 228 page soft cover book.
On any other night, you would probably swear that there was no such thing as a witch - at least, not the kind who streaks through the sky on a broomstick with guttering taper and billowing cloak. But this is no ordinary night; it is the thirtieth of April, the eve of May. Tonight is Wulpurgis Night.
The roots of Wulpurgis Night reach deep into the Pagan past, and modern Europeans celebrate it with as much abandon as their ancestors. Learn about the sacred rites of spring and the thirteen herbs that correspond with the Night of the Witches. Discover how this "lost" holiday has changed from a lusty fertility festival to a children's night of fun and treats. Learn about brooms and hwo to make one, and meet a collection of old-time witches, from Ash Wives to Wolf Crones. This charming, impeccably researched book features a wealth of folklore and herblore, plus original and traditional recipes, crafts, and activities.
This is a 228 page soft cover book.
Nordic Runes by Paul Rhys Mountfort
$
16.95
Nordic runes are a potent and profoundly transformative magic system that gives contemporary readers access to the ancient wisdom tradition of Northern European cultures. The runes have deep resonances within the pagan Norse world of gods and goddesses, giants, dwarves, warriors, and wizards, which have greatly influenced the work of J.R.R. Tolkien, among others. Norse tradition attributes the discovery of the runes to the "All-Father" Odin--a god of inspiration and secret wisdom and the mythical prototype for runecasters, who established the pattern for gaining his knowledge.
Nordic Runes addresses three major areas: Runelore, the history of this 2000-year-old Norse oracle; Runestaves, the meaning of the individual runes of the Elder Futhark alphabet and their powerful mythological, magical, and practical lessons for daily life; and Runecasting, a comprehensive guide to the oracular application of the ancient runes, including their crafting, divination, and self-development. As Nordic Runes shows, the runes do more than simply reflect the path of fate; they help develop and enhance intuition. By learning to cast and interpret the runes, the user becomes receptive to the energy currents in material reality and empowered in the arts of its transformation.
This is a 277 page trade softcover book.
Nordic Runes addresses three major areas: Runelore, the history of this 2000-year-old Norse oracle; Runestaves, the meaning of the individual runes of the Elder Futhark alphabet and their powerful mythological, magical, and practical lessons for daily life; and Runecasting, a comprehensive guide to the oracular application of the ancient runes, including their crafting, divination, and self-development. As Nordic Runes shows, the runes do more than simply reflect the path of fate; they help develop and enhance intuition. By learning to cast and interpret the runes, the user becomes receptive to the energy currents in material reality and empowered in the arts of its transformation.
This is a 277 page trade softcover book.
Norse Magic by D.J. Conway
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7.95
This is an informative guide for both beginners and intermediates in the field of magic -- or for those who simply have a great interest in Norse culture, myth and history. It leads the beginner step-by-step through guided spells, yet anyone will have no trouble adapting the spells and rituals into more advanced forms. It shows you how to see into the future, attain wealth, gain love, gain protection, banish negative entities, and promote physical, mental and spiritual health. Paperback, 244 pages.
Northern Lore, Field Guide by Eoghan Odinsson
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19.95
Northern Lore is a field huide to the "Northern Mind-Body-Spirit," and will help you re-discover the folklore and traditions of North Western Europe, and acquaint you with modern practices inspired by that lore.
In today's exciting cosmopolitan society, we tend to discard the old in favor of the new; and while discovering new traditions is a wonderful experience, it's important to also reflect on the traditions that have shaped our culture, and see where they've taken us.
In Northern Lore you will:
In today's exciting cosmopolitan society, we tend to discard the old in favor of the new; and while discovering new traditions is a wonderful experience, it's important to also reflect on the traditions that have shaped our culture, and see where they've taken us.
In Northern Lore you will:
- Practice "Runic Yoga" for health and well being.
- Learn ancient herblore for holistic healing
- Meet your Animal Spirit Guide, or Fylgia
- Discover lost meaning in the days of the week
- Explore modern holidays and connections to ancestral festivals
- Unlock the mysteries of the runes.
- Sample Viking and Anglo-Saxon cuisine.
Practical Guide To The Runes by Lisa Peschel
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6.95
This ancient oracular practice has been rediscovered in the twentieth century as we try to simplify our complicated existence. Contains complete descriptions of the 25 runes in divination, four rune layouts, instructions for making runes and accessories, meanings and uses of the runes in Magick, step-by-step guidelines in carving runes and creating talismans, charging of talismans, and more. Paperback, 169 pages
Rites of Odin by Ed Fitch
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18.95
Here is a complete source book on Odinism which brings the ancient values back to these turbulent times. The material is authentic and the presentation is poetic and powerful. This book opens the door for the solitary seeker, for groups who have chosen to follow the Old Ways and for families who wish to be unified by warm and close ceremonies. Paperback, 333 pages.
Runecaster's Handbook by Edred Thorsson
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16.95
From the author of the bestselling Futhark: A Handbook of Rune Magic and Runelore comes the foundational handbook on rune work and a practical manual for novice and adept alike. A well-known expert on this ancient divinatory art, Edred Thorsson shows you with Runecaster's Handbook. How you can create and cast your own runes.
The word rune means "mystery," and casting the runes enables the runecaster to penetrate the mystery of the relationship between the gods and humans. Based on the same ancient glyphs that have been used for centuries to preserve that connection between mortal and divine, Thorsson traces the evolution of runecasting, showing its historical, spiritual, and cosmological significance.
He teaches you how to divine your own fate, as well as the fate of those around you, and guides you on a journey of merging your internal and external environments to truly learn the runecaster's art.
This is a 129 page softcover book.
The word rune means "mystery," and casting the runes enables the runecaster to penetrate the mystery of the relationship between the gods and humans. Based on the same ancient glyphs that have been used for centuries to preserve that connection between mortal and divine, Thorsson traces the evolution of runecasting, showing its historical, spiritual, and cosmological significance.
He teaches you how to divine your own fate, as well as the fate of those around you, and guides you on a journey of merging your internal and external environments to truly learn the runecaster's art.
This is a 129 page softcover book.
Runelore, Handbook of Esoteric Runology by Edred Thorsson
$
16.95
The author of the best selling Futhark has done it again! Combining historical lore with esoteric investigation, Runelore dispels most of the misconceptions fostered by recent books that purport to explore the runic tradition. A rune is a magical word. It is a self-created viewpoint, and it cannot be communicated through profane or natural speech. It is a magical word that is whispered in our ear by the Odhinn within. Runes define patterns of existence and consciousness that are manifested in Divine consciousness and in the World Being. The language of he runes will appeal to both the occult and academic worlds because it combines folklore, linguistics, the history of religion and magic. Soft cover 221 pgs.
Shamanic Breathwork by Linda Star Wolf
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19.95
Incorporating psychospiritual tools with her Shamanic Breathwork practice, Linda Star Wolf shows how to spiritually journey in the same way shamans entrain to the rhythms of drums, rattles, or music by using the breath. Much like traveling to sacred places or ingesting entheogens, this practice can be used to enter altered states of consciousness, connect to cosmic consciousness, increase paranormal abilities, and awake the shaman within. Breathwork can also be used to resolve traumas and shapeshift unproductive modes of thinking in order to move beyond them.
Utilizing the healing power of breath along with chakra-attuned music, Linda Star Wolf explores the Five Cycles of Change, the Alchemical Map of Shamanic Consciousness, and how these cycles affect you as you move through major shifts in your life. Filled with personal stories and case histories, the book also includes a 70-minute CD of shamanic trance rhythms, and a guided meditation to awaken the chakras during practice.
This is a 254 page soft-cover book including a CD of selections, narrated by the author.
Utilizing the healing power of breath along with chakra-attuned music, Linda Star Wolf explores the Five Cycles of Change, the Alchemical Map of Shamanic Consciousness, and how these cycles affect you as you move through major shifts in your life. Filled with personal stories and case histories, the book also includes a 70-minute CD of shamanic trance rhythms, and a guided meditation to awaken the chakras during practice.
This is a 254 page soft-cover book including a CD of selections, narrated by the author.
Shamanism for Beginners by James Endredy
$
14.95
Healers and visionaries, food-finders and rainmakers-as intermediaries between the physical and spirit worlds, shamans have served a vital role in indigenous cultures for more than 40,000 years. The timeless wisdom of the shaman also holds relevance for the challenges we face today.
James Endredy explores shamanic paths from around the globe and discusses the tools, rituals, and beliefs that are common to most traditions. You'll discover how shamans are chosen and initiated, and how they establish a relationship with power animals, ancestors, and other inhabitants of the spirit realm. Along with many stories from his own experiences, Endredy shares insights from other scholars in the field, including Mircea Eliade, Michael Harner, and Holger Kalweit, and from indigenous shamans throughout history. Shamanism for Beginners concludes with a thoughtful, empowering look at how shamanic practices can help restore balance and peace to our lives and the earth.
This is a 249 page soft-cover book.
James Endredy explores shamanic paths from around the globe and discusses the tools, rituals, and beliefs that are common to most traditions. You'll discover how shamans are chosen and initiated, and how they establish a relationship with power animals, ancestors, and other inhabitants of the spirit realm. Along with many stories from his own experiences, Endredy shares insights from other scholars in the field, including Mircea Eliade, Michael Harner, and Holger Kalweit, and from indigenous shamans throughout history. Shamanism for Beginners concludes with a thoughtful, empowering look at how shamanic practices can help restore balance and peace to our lives and the earth.
This is a 249 page soft-cover book.
Simply Runes by Kim Farnell
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9.95
In recent years, people everywhere have rediscovered the power of runes, making them an increasingly popular form of divination. Using dozens of charts and tables (including a Runic Calendar and Clock), and presenting each letter of the runic alphabet in detail with its origins and magical uses, a top expert now helps seekers tap into their energy. From making your own runes (and a bag to protect them) to reading the ancient alphabet, from casting the runes to interpreting the spread, all the basics are laid out in an easy-to-follow, clear, and superbly illustrated fashion, perfect for beginners.
Taking Up the Runes by Diana Paxson
$
24.95
Taking up the Runes is the ultimate workbook for using runes - the ancient Norse alphabet used for communication, divination, and magical works - on a psychic, spiritual, and magical level. Learn how to make your own rune set and how to use the runes in guided meditations and song. Discover dozens of rituals and spells for all levels - from total beginner to experienced practitioner. Paxton's years of experience in working with the runes and leading rune workshops show through every page of this book with anecdotes, mythology, poetry, and history of runes firmly entwined with practical exercises, examples, and lessons.
Paperback 414 pages.
Paperback 414 pages.
Teutonic Mythology Volume 1 by Jacob Grimm
$
49.95
In this brilliantly informative masterwork, the great scholar Jacob Grimm (1785-1863) compiled and organized a vast amount of information on ancient rites, beliefs, deities, heroes, literature, statuary, temples, and much more, including the survival of the old gods and customs in modern place names, superstitions, games, idiomatic expressions, characters, and events in folk tales.
This first of four volumes containing this wealth of knowledge contains:
This first of four volumes containing this wealth of knowledge contains:
- An introduction to Teutonic Mythology, God, Worship, Temples, Priests and Gods, Wuotan, Wodan, Donar, Thunar, Zio, Tiw, Fro (Freyr), Balder, Phol, Other Gods, Goddesses, Condition of Gods, Heroes, and Wise-Women
Teutonic Mythology Volume 2 (hc) by Jacob Grimm
$
49.95
In this brilliantly informative masterwork, the great scholar Jacob Grimm (1785-1863) compiled and organized a vast amount of information on ancient rites, beliefs, deities, heroes, literature, statuary, temples, and much more, including the survival of the old gods and customs in modern place names, superstitions, games, idiomatic expressions, characters, and events in folk tales.
This second of four volumes containing the following:
This second of four volumes containing the following:
- Wights and Elves, Giants, Creation, Elements, Trees and Animals, Sky and Stars, Day and Night, Summer and Winter, Time and World, Souls, Death, Destiny and well-being, and Personifications
Teutonic Mythology Volume 3 (hc) by Jacob Grimm
$
49.95
The great scholar Jacob Grimm (1785-1863) compiled and organized a vast amount of information on ancient rites, beliefs, deities, heroes, literature, statuary, temples, and much more, including the survival of the old gods and customs in modern place names, superstitions, games, idiomatic expressions, characters, and events in folk tales. It is all captured here, in this brilliant four volume masterwork.
This third of four volumes containing the following:
This third of four volumes containing the following:
- Poetry, Spectres, Translation, Devils, Magic, Superstition, Sicknesses, Herbs and Stones, Spells and Charms
Teutonic Mythology Vol 4 (hc) by Jocob Grimm
$
49.95
The conclusion to Jacob Grimm's 4 volume masterwork, volume four of Teutonic Mythology is an extensive supplement to the previous text, which contained vast amounts of information on ancient rites, beliefs, deities, heroes, literature, statuary, temples, and much more.
This 4th volume adds to this knowledge of old gods, superstitions, and spells with Grimm's posthumous notes to the text, including an organized and detailed Appendix of Anglo-Saxon Geneologies and Superstitions, as well as detailed notes on spells, worship and much more.
This 4th volume adds to this knowledge of old gods, superstitions, and spells with Grimm's posthumous notes to the text, including an organized and detailed Appendix of Anglo-Saxon Geneologies and Superstitions, as well as detailed notes on spells, worship and much more.
Wyrdworking, the Path of a Saxon Sorcerer by Alaric Albertsson
$
17.95
Within these pages you'll find everything you need to know to practice Saxon sorcery. Alaric Albertson once again uncovers the practices and customs of the Anglo-Saxons hidden in early charms and English folk traditions. His first book, Travels Through Middle Earth, taught readers how to connect with Saxon cosmology, deities, spirits, and rituals. Now, Wyrdworking tells how to craft rune charms, brew potions, cast effective spells, and use magical techniques to find love and prosperity.
This handbook explores the folklore, meanings, and magical properties of all thirty-three Old English Futhorc runes, classifying them by theme, sucha s animals or tress, to help you learn. Discover how to make a wand or staff, consecrate and use a seax (knife), and practice the herbal healing known as wortcunning. Design effective spells through the use of galdor(incantations), practice wiglung (the art of soothsaying), and create your own set of powerful divinatory runes.
This is a 346 page soft cover book.
This handbook explores the folklore, meanings, and magical properties of all thirty-three Old English Futhorc runes, classifying them by theme, sucha s animals or tress, to help you learn. Discover how to make a wand or staff, consecrate and use a seax (knife), and practice the herbal healing known as wortcunning. Design effective spells through the use of galdor(incantations), practice wiglung (the art of soothsaying), and create your own set of powerful divinatory runes.
This is a 346 page soft cover book.
