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Cafi Nation: Coffee Folklore, Magick, and Divination

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I am a coffee addict. I admit it. But Ms Posey has got me beat hands down.

This book covers the history of coffee. From the myths and legends surrounding coffee, to the different types of coffee, this release is similar to many other coffee books. There are even some wonderful recipes for distinctive coffee brews. Yet how many of these other books cover coffee divination? This is quite unique. There are instances in myth where coffee is used as a divination tool, but Ms. Posey introduces us to her version of scrying the beans.

I was pleasantly surprised by this book. She presents us with her own original material and gives us a new twist on the magic of coffee.

If you are a coffee fanatic, or into different typs of divination, take a look at this book. It will grab you and make you rethink tea leaves. It would make a wonderful gift for that special coffee lover.

While you're at it, take a look at the website for Cafe Nation,... The site offers much more there than just a cup of coffee and a book.

This was such an amazing book that I read it all in one sitting. It was addictive....or could that just be because it was all about coffee? Whatever the reason, Sandra Posey has written a wonderful book, complete with the history of coffee and it's myths to the more modern coffee delights...chocolate covered coffee beans anyone? I would recommend this book to anyone with an interest in coffee or divination. Hmmm...now where did I put that coffee pot.....

Cafe nation is enormous fun, but it is much, much more. The history of coffee divination is thoroughly researched, and I found the tidbits of coffee lore a fascinating read (as I sipped my morning coffee!) There are explanations for a wonderful ritual using coffee magic, and some really great coffee spells for divination, healing, prosperity, and so on. One of my favorite things in this book is a very unique system of divination that the author calls "The Cafe Nation System." In fact, I can't wait to cast those beans! I also learned some details about professional coffee scents such as "earth, pepper, and smoke." All in all, as a coffee lover, this book is a treat!

Sandra has written a wonderful book on coffee, its history and its magick. In this slim volume, you will find a wondrous new divination system using the coffess of the world as signposts to self illumination. Not just for coffee lovers, among whom I count myself as one, this beautifully designed and presented book is a terrific addition to anyone's library for it's many virtues.

This book offers those novices in Magic an opportunity to practice anytime the wonders of the most powerful things in the universe... A wish book for all times... I highly recommend this book...

Some people are dog lovers, some are cat lovers...some like tea, while others can't be without their coffee. Finally, for those of us who love to wake up to the aroma of a pot of coffee brewing, comes a book that explores the magical properties of this delightful drink. Author Posey explores the magical ways people can enhance their enjoyment of their daily dose of caffeine.

She explores methods, such as reading coffee grounds in the bottom of the cup, coffee bean divination (similar to I-Ching), divining by examining the coffee bubbles -- or by scrying the swirls of cream in your cup of steaming brew, and she provides a unique system of divination, the Cafe Nation system, which invokes the symbolism of the pentagram. This system can be used with casting the coffee beans, or with wooden coffee stirring wands, which are then inscribed with the names of the many worldwide varieties of coffee. Interpretations for this system of divination are provided.

Aside from the divinatory aspects, Posey explores the use of coffee in magick, providing creative ways in which to incorporate coffee into spells, rituals and seasonal observances. She even has a little magickal working, designed to help keep a caffeine addict's addiction in check, including a rather "in your face" affirmation. She also gives readers ample background information on coffee history, legends and lore.

This is a fun, informative little book for the mystic or spiritually inclined who also happens to be a coffee lover. It also is a great, unique, inexpensive gift idea.

This book was okay if you are looking for a wide range if information. But if you are looking for specifics on reading coffee grounds, this, for me, was not helpful at all. Sorry.