Ann Moura's New History of Witchcraft [Paperback]

Ann Moura (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 31, 2007

What happens when religion is shaped by war, politics and propaganda? A cautionary account for our times that began 50,000 years ago. From the author of Green Witchcraft Volumes I, II, III, Dancing Shadows and Origins of Modern Witchcraft. Widely recognized as the leading authority on the history of Paganism, Ann Moura tells the story of the birth and evolution of Western religion with focus on NeoPaganism, Wicca and Witchcraft. The history complete with influences, pivotal junctures, intersections, parallels, overlaps and adaptations. A must read for every Witch and every student of religious studies/history

Product Details

• Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: 7th House; 1st edition (August 31, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1933320192
• ISBN-13: 978-1933320199
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 7.3 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #660,188 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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22 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Nicely revised version, February 25, 2008

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Boudica (Ohio USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Ann Moura's New History of Witchcraft (Paperback)

I received this book from 7th House Publishing to review and opening the book, I recognized the material right away. A closer look at the book cover clearly states that this book includes two previously published books by Ann Moura - "Dancing Shadows" and "Origins of Modern Witchcraft".

I know the book "Origins of Modern Witchcraft" as I had received that book from another publisher and had read through it but could not bring myself at that time to review it. The history had been loaded down with so much "other" material that it was difficult to wade through all the "other" stuff to get at the meat and potatoes.

This version, however, has eliminated all the "other" stuff, presents a history as per Ms. Moura and includes additional material from the book "Dancing Shadows".

The two books appear to be woven together to tell a story about witchcraft and it's origins as presented by the research by Ms. Moura. Much of this focuses on the Indus area and how her research suggests that the practices of modern witchcraft stem from this area.

I like the elimination of all the "other" material that distracted from the original concept of the work. I like the inclusion of better graphics, some nicely printed on glossy paper, I like the time line, the index and the larger typeface. Overall, the presentation of this material is much better, focusing on history.

I will say that Ms. Moura has done a remarkable research job, and states her claims clearly with lots of material to suggest her research is accurate. She calls upon experts in the field, rather than other pagan author references, and lays out her research well.

Ms. Moura presents another view of the origins of witchcraft, and her work warrants a closer look. If you overlooked these books before because of all the "other" trappings included in the original works, this new volume may appeal to you. It is well worth it just to look through the history that Ms. Moura presents. Interesting reading and nicely presented. boudica

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Balancing our historical knowledge!, November 22, 2008

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K. Armstrong "coonecat" (Ravenna, Ohio United States) - See all my reviews
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Amazing is the information included in this book. I wonder what the potential audience would think if they read this book not knowing that witchcraft was the spiritual philosophy being documented?! Television is presenting documentaries that vaguely refer to the depth of East Indian history...but nothing like what Ann Moura is presenting!!! Her work is referenced which adds to the over all believability! So read this book if you want to learn another view point about "Our" Western history, a very interesting viewpoint!

2 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Surprisingly interesting!, December 14, 2008

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Ayca Gurelman (Istanbul, Turkey) - See all my reviews
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Although i am a fan of Ann Moura books and i always liked her work, i was not expecting such an elaborate & contemporarty look on the history of old religion. Especially the similarities found between Garden of Eden and the region of Sind (Kashmir area) deserves to be read!