Tag: Reviews
The Theban Oracle, by Greg Jenkins
The 24 stones of the Theban alphabet, plus a blank, are associated with various figures from the history of magick and spirituality.
Magic Without Mirrors, by David Conway
Even if you think you know everything about the relationship between the "real world" and the "magickal world" I think you will find this book interesting.
The Only Astrology Book You’ll Ever Need, by Joanna Martine Woolfolk
When it comes to this book, I would say if you’re getting into astrology and need a basic book to start, this book will serve the job nicely.
Stones of the Seven Rays, by Michel Coquet
If you like the Eastern and Theosophical sources, or you want to have every source on gemstone lore you can get your hands on, then this is a solid buy.
The Secret History of Poltergeists and Haunted Houses, by Claude Lecouteux
The Secret History of Poltergeists and Haunted Houses seeks to inform, not entertain, and is a welcome change from the standard book store fare.
The Witches’ Almanac, Issue 33
The Witches' Almanac, Issue 33 Spring 2014-2015: The Mystic Earth, edited by Andrew Theitic The Witches' Almanac, 9780982432396, 208 pp. (incl. letters, ads), 2013 Reading The...
Neolithic Shamanism, by Raven Kaldera and Galina Krasskova
Neolithic Shamanism: Spirit Work in the Norse Tradition, by Raven Kaldera and Galina Krasskova Destiny Books, 9781594774904, 342 pp. (incl. index, plus 8 pages of...
3 Great Esoteric Anthologies
Anthologies provide themed essays from a variety of writers, allowing the reader to sample an assortment of styles and opinions. Finding new writers can...
The Candle and the Crossroads, by Orion Foxwood
The Candle and the Crossroads: A Book of Appalachian Conjure and Southern Root-Work, by Orion Foxwood Weiser Books, 9781578635085, 234 pp., 2012 At first glance, I...
Words of the magi: An interview with Alan Chapman and Duncan...
Alan Chapman and Duncan Barford of The Baptist's Head and Open Enlightenment were kind enough to answer several questions I put to them.
Three great occult biographies
Biographies are a lot of fun. Learning more about an author's circumstances often frames ideas in contexts not previously considered.