British Folk Magic
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British Folk Magic
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Author : Charles River Editors
language : en
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Release Date : 2017-10-17
British Folk Magic written by Charles River Editors and has been published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-10-17 with categories.
*Includes pictures *Includes contemporary descriptions of various practices of magic *Includes online resources and a bibliography for further reading *Includes a table of contents "The Anglo-Saxon charms... are of outstanding importance because they provide more than vague references of exceptional and short texts. They cannot be said to reveal everything, for there are numerous points in which they lamentably fail us, but they are numerous enough and, taken as a body, complete enough to give more than a tantalising hint of a strange world. The veil of mystification enveloping magic appears to be thin and transparent here." - G. Storms, Anglo-Saxon Magic (1948) Great Britain is an ancient land steeped in history and tradition. Its rolling countryside is dotted with prehistoric burial mounds and stone circles. Brooding castles hold tales of bloodshed and honor. Medieval churches have elaborate stained glass windows and gruesome carvings, reflecting a mixture of hope and darkness. Through all of this runs a deep current of the practice of magic. Court magicians thrilled royal patrons with tales of communing with the dead in moldering graveyards, alchemists labored in hidden laboratories tried to turn base metals into gold, and in the countryside, local "cunning folk" mixed herbs and made incantations. These practices stand in contrast to high magic, including such occult arts as astrology, divination, necromancy, and alchemy, which required literacy, an extensive and expansive personal library, and a fair amount of education. As such, some magicians became important figures in the royal court, such as the famous John Dee, who practiced alchemy and wrote a dictionary documenting the language of angels. Most commoners were not literate and couldn't afford education or books, and thus their magic consisted of separate traditions and techniques that only occasionally overlapped with high magic. Before the 20th century, with its radios, televisions, and international travel, all levels of British society were fascinated by magic and superstition. At the same time, a comprehensive look at British folk magic is simply impossible. Large volumes have been written about the local beliefs in regions and individual counties, and there has been considerable variation of practices over space and time, but much has been lost. Since folk magicians were for the most part illiterate and worked in a hostile cultural environment throughout much of their history, little was written down. That said, there is still a rich body of literature about British folk magic. While the practitioners of folk magic may have been poor, the tradition in which they worked certainly was not. Many of their spells had ancient roots and expressed a deep knowledge of the people and the land in which they lived. It was an enduring system of magic that survived religious persecution, the laughter of the educated classes, and the march of modernism (at least to some extent). Traces of these folk practices have survived up to the present time, making it unlikely that they will ever die out completely. British Folk Magic: The History of Magical Practices across Great Britain offers a sampling of Britain's folk magic, including the common cures and spells carried out by regular people. Along with pictures of important people, places, and events, you will learn about British folk magic like never before.
The British Book Of Spells And Charms
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Author : Graham King
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2016-02-15
The British Book Of Spells And Charms written by Graham King and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-02-15 with Body, Mind & Spirit categories.
'The British Book of Spells & Charms' explores the wealth of traditional spells and charms of Britain's folk-magical tradition, including those for good fortune, love, the healing of people and animals, curses and their removal, and acts of magic contained within traditional folk songs.
Common Magick
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Author : A.C. Fisher Aldag
language : en
Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide
Release Date : 2020-12-08
Common Magick written by A.C. Fisher Aldag and has been published by Llewellyn Worldwide this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-12-08 with Body, Mind & Spirit categories.
Discover the Folk Magick of the British Isles A Showcase of Spells, Lore, and the Origins of Magickal Practices Join author A.C. Fisher Aldag as she explores the folk magick of the British Isles. With fascinating descriptions of traditional lore, stories, and simple spells, Common Magick is a perfect resource for understanding these well-loved magickal practices. This book reveals why folk magick works and shares deep knowledge of magickal timing, sigils, crafts, tools, and more. You will discover what it's like to work with nature spirits, fairies, deities, and energy beings as well as herbs, crystals, divination, and even folkplays and magickal dances. Whether you are just curious or you want to enhance your own practice, Common Magick provides a window into folk magick traditions from Cornwall, England, Ireland, Scotland, Wales, the Isle of Man, and the North of France. The authentic practices discussed within these pages will give you a new appreciation for the roots of superstitions and the enduring nature of magick.
The British Book Of Spells Charms
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Author : Graham King
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2020-01-08
The British Book Of Spells Charms written by Graham King and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-01-08 with Body, Mind & Spirit categories.
Explore the traditional spells and charms of Britain's folk-magic tradition, including those for good fortune, love, healing, and curses and their removal. With spells drawn from the Museum of Witchcraft's extensive library, you will discover a variety of simple and complex magical workings, including a fascinating cloth consecration song and a talisman for protection in battle. Includes four-color illustrations and photos.
Barbarous Words
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Author : George Hares
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2021-11-11
Barbarous Words written by George Hares and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-11-11 with categories.
Britain, a place steeped in its mystery and folklore but most of all its magic. Throughout the ages, there were those who practiced various forms of British folk magic and were known by many names such as witches, conjurers, and cunning folk. Sadly, there seemed a mass decline in these practices after the early 1900s. However fortunately in recent years, the incorporation of older styles of folk magic have made a comeback and started to influence many people's personal practices. Given here, is not only a compendium and compilation book of folk magic giving different examples and aspects of folk magic thoughout the British Isles, but a book in which author and modern day practitioner George Hares demonstrates a contemporary twist on these older forms of praxis giving examples of how to work older folk magical practices in the contemporary world. One of the first of its kind, this book will show you how to do exactly that and for practitioners to apply these techniques in their practice in the modern day in order to contribute to the existing practice of British folk magic preserving it and keeping it in the now
Cunning Folk And Familiar Spirits
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Author : Emma Wilby
language : en
Publisher: Liverpool University Press
Release Date : 2005
Cunning Folk And Familiar Spirits written by Emma Wilby and has been published by Liverpool University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005 with Body, Mind & Spirit categories.
Contains the examination of popular familiar belief in early modern Britain. This book provides an analysis of the correlation between early modern British magic and tribal shamanism, examines the experiential dimension of popular magic and witchcraft in early modern Britain, and explores the links between British fairy beliefs and witch beliefs.
Cunning Folk
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Author : Owen Davies
language : en
Publisher: Burns & Oates
Release Date : 2003
Cunning Folk written by Owen Davies and has been published by Burns & Oates this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003 with History categories.
Local practitioners of magic, providing small-scale but valued services to the community, cunning-folk were far more representative of magical practice than the arcane delvings of astrologers and necromancers. Mostly unsensational in their approach, cunning-folk helped people with everyday problems: how to find lost objects; how to escape from bad luck or a suspected spell; and how to attract a lover or keep the love of a husband or wife. While cunning-folk sometimes fell foul of the authorities, both church and state often turned a blind eye to their existence and practices, distinguishing what they did from the rare and sensational cases of malevolent witchcraft. In a world of uncertainty, before insurance and modern science, cunning-folk played an important role that has previously been ignored.
Popular Magic Cunning Folk In English History
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Author : Owen Davies
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2007-06-01
Popular Magic Cunning Folk In English History written by Owen Davies and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007-06-01 with History categories.
Cunning-folk were local practitioners of magic, providing small-scale but valued service to the community. They were far more representative of magical practice than the arcane delvings of astrologers and necromancers. Mostly unsensational in their approach, cunning-folk helped people with everyday problems: how to find lost objects; how to escape from bad luck or a suspected spell; and how to attract a lover or keep the love of a husband or wife. While cunning-folk sometimes fell foul of the authorities, both church and state often turned a blind eye to their existence and practices, distinguishing what they did from the rare and sensational cases of malvolent witchcraft. In a world of uncertainty, before insurance and modern science, cunning-folk played an important role that has previously been ignored.
The Wicked Shall Decay
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Author : A. D. Mercer
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2018-03-15
The Wicked Shall Decay written by A. D. Mercer and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-03-15 with History categories.
'The Wicked Shall Decay' is a collection of actual spells and magical rituals from rural Victorian England, concerned with protection from evil, gaining revenge or justice, and control over natural phenomena such as weather.
Operative Witchcraft
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Author : Nigel Pennick
language : en
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Release Date : 2019-10-08
Operative Witchcraft written by Nigel Pennick and has been published by Simon and Schuster this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-10-08 with Body, Mind & Spirit categories.
A comprehensive look at the history and practices of rural English witchcraft • Explores witch’s familiars and fetches, animal magic, and the forms of witchcraft practiced by rural tradespeople, such as blacksmiths, herbalists, and artisans • Offers practical insight into spells, charms, folk incantations, herbal medicine practices, amulets, sigils, and tools of the craft • Details the evolution of public perception of witchcraft throughout England’s history, including the laws against witchcraft in place until the 1950s and witchcraft’s contentious relationship with the Christian church In this practical guide, Nigel Pennick takes the reader on a journey through the practice of operative witchcraft in the British Isles from the Middle Ages and the Elizabethan era to the decriminalization of witchcraft in the 1950s and its practice today. Highlighting uniquely English traditions, Pennick explores fetches and witch’s familiars, animal magic, and the forms of witchcraft practiced by rural tradespeople, such as blacksmiths, herbalists, and artisans, to enhance their professional work and compel others to do their bidding, both man and beast. He provides actual spells, charms, and folk incantations, along with details about the magical use of a variety of herbs, including nightshades, the creation of amulets and sigils, protection against the Evil Eye, and the use of aromatic oils. Pennick explains the best times of day for different types of magic, how to identify places of power, and the use of the paraphernalia of operative witchcraft, such as the broom, the witches’ dial, and pins, nails and thorns. He explores the belief in three different types of witches: white witches, who offer help and healing for a fee; black witches, who harm others; and gray witches, who practice both white and black magic. Examining witchcraft’s contentious relationship with the Christian church, he investigates the persecution of witches throughout the UK and the British West Indies up until the mid-20th century. He offers a look into the changing public perceptions of witchcraft and the treatment of its followers as well as revealing how English churchmen would offer magical solutions to the perceived threat of black witchcraft. Painting an in-depth picture of English witchcraft, including how it relates to and differs from modern Wicca, Pennick reveals the foundation from which modern witchcraft arose. He shows how this context is necessary to effectively use these ancient skills and techniques and how the evolution of witchcraft will continue harmonizing the old ways with the new.