excellent referenceSeptember 10, 2008 This is an excellent book for those who want to know more about witchcraft from a theoretical perspective, it contains information about many occult topics, some of which do not exactly belong to witchcraft but are associated with it in the popular mind. All put together with the brilliant prose of Doreen Valiente. The only thing I don't like about this edition of the book, is the photograph of Janet Farrar's flabby butt in the cover, if the publishers thought this would improve the sales, I have to say this book doesn't need it at all!
Classical Analyse on Modern Witchcraft for Serious WiccansSeptember 13, 2007 1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Madame Doreen Valiente has written an excellent Witchcraft text that has stood the sands of the hour-glass.She offers a critical review of all the major famous people associated with classical and modern witchcraft.It's omnificent story-telling without any fluffy piffling tales presented.It's serious reading for any neo-pagan,who wants to expand one's Craft knowledge. From that of a mere novice to a higher level of a trusted Occult scholar. This book has more persuasive and insightful opinions on the British Witchcraft-Gardnerian traditions and customs,than any other recent English Craftbook.So i can only recommend this classical work on historical and near present British Magick.I have the original edition,with the moon priestess,around the witching midnight hour.The newer copies offer a sky-clad witch, that may turn some serious wiccans, widdershins away from it.This book is not a 'pig in the poke',short-changing the true followers of Wicca.Read the book and judge for yourself.You will not be disappointed.Also check out www.highcrossquarter.com for current information about today's British witches & wizards.
A must read for all Witches and Wiccans!August 31, 2007 1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I'm always suprised when I see really great books on the Craft have few reviews compared to a lot of the "junk food" type stuff that is constantly published today. This isn't a how to book for beginners, but a great history that's set up in a dictionary type way. There's so much info and so much to learn here. This isn't just a book for practicing Witches, but for anyone interested in witchcraft. I could see this book being a great resource for anyone doing a paper on witchcraft. It can be a little dry in some spots, but not very many!
Good Encyclopedia on WitchcraftAugust 21, 2007 1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is a great little encyclopedia on witchcraft and occult topics that relate to the pratice of both witchcraft and also Wicca. If you are looking for a good book to help expand your magical vocabulary or a great book that will help you become a more well-rounded witch, this is the book for you..... What I recommend is that you get the book and you start reading the information presented here-in. Then if you are looking for more information or updated books about any articles what you see, come online and see if you can find any specific books relating to the topics presented or look around on the web. It is easy to read and Doreen keeps your interest peeled!
Any books by this author is highly recommened!
Much Love & Many Blessings, Thorn Nightwind
Couldn't put it downNovember 12, 2006 3 out of 3 found this review helpful
This book was so full of information from the very first page, I just couldn't put it down.It was certainly a important addition to my Wiccan library.If you want to find out what, where, and why ,this book will give you all of that .I have been a student of Wicca since I was thirteen ,and am now forty-eight ,having this book all those years ago would have definately been a blessing.
