Celtic Magic (Llewellyn's World Religion & Magick) [Paperback]

D.J. Conway (Author)

Book Description

Series: Llewellyn's World Religion & Magick | Publication Date: September 8, 2002

Celtic magic. These words conjure up images of Druids and mystical oak groves, daring Irish warriors, fairies, elves, and ancient deities who took an active part in the lives of the people who worshipped them. Practical and easy to understand, Celtic Magic offers important features that distinguish it from other books written about the Celts:

—An in-depth discussion of Celtic culture and customs
—A complete listing of Celtic myths and deities
—Step-by-step instructions for spellwork, ritual, meditations, and
   divination to help you gain insight or make changes in your life

This friendly Celtic magic book is designed for both beginners and those who possess intermediate-level magical skills—and anyone who simply has a great interest in Celtic history, lore, and magic. 

 

 

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

Even as a young boy, I was interested in spirituality and its manifestations within religious structures. So it should come as no surprise that I was involved with the Wiccan movements in the United States. We published some of the first books on Wicca in the U.S. and held some of the first Pagan festivals in this country.
Over the years I have received thousands of letters from people wanting to know how to become Witches. Many of them came from people who knew a little about the Craft and were specifically interested in Celtic Wicca.
If you are interested in this style of the Craft and want to know where to start, I can recommend Celtic Magic by D. J. Conway. Over 225,000 people have this book, and you should have it, too.
This book has everything you need to start learning the Celtic traditions. The tools, the rituals, the magical methods — anything you would want is right here. Do you need a ritual for the Summer Solstice? It's in the book. Do you need some magic to gain love or money? You'll find it here, too.
Celtic Magic is a great place to start your studies of Wicca. Do you need to know how to make a magic circle? Instructions are in the book. Do you need a set of magical correspondences so you can determine the best goddess or god, color or incense to use for any magical purpose? You'll find it here, too.
Perhaps the best thing about this book is that it is clear and easy to understand. You'll not only read this book for the information, but because it is fun and holds your interest. This is a book you'll find yourself carrying around and frequently consulting. In fact you may find this to be the most valuable book you own.

About the Author

A native of the Pacific Northwest, author D.J. Conway has studied the occult fields for over 35 years. Her quest for knowledge has covered every aspect of Paganism and Wicca to New Age and Eastern philosophies; plus history, the magical arts, philosophy, customs, mythologies and folklore. In 1998, she was voted Best Wiccan and New Age author by Silver Chalice, a Pagan magazine.

Conway is the author of  more than 20 nonfiction  books including: Celtic Magic (Llewellyn), Dancing with Dragons (Llewellyn), Mystical Dragon Magic (Llewellyn), The Ancient Art of Faery Magick (10 Speed Press), and The Little Book of Candle Magic (10 Speed Press).

She lives a rather quiet life, with most of her time spent researching and writing.

 

Product Details

• Paperback: 208 pages
• Publisher: Llewellyn Publications; 1st edition (September 8, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0875421369
• ISBN-13: 978-0875421360
• Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 4.1 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.3 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (65 customer reviews)
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15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Oy, September 3, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Celtic Magic (Llewellyn's World Religion & Magick) (Paperback)

This book is almost the same old stuff from Norse Magick with the obvious exceptions.....it seems like she cranked out these two books at the same time.....Boring and the same old stuff

15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars New Age Gobbledygook, June 4, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Celtic Magic (Llewellyn's World Religion & Magick) (Paperback)

This is yet another wicca 101 primer rather than a reference on Celtic Paganism. Much of her claims fly in the face of archeologic evidence and credible historic research. Many of the sources Ms. Conway quotes are (at best) out of context. If you desire to learn about Celtic paganism, I would suggest "The Druids" by Stuart Piggott, "Pagan Celtic Britan", "The Pagan Celts", and "Druids, Gods, and Heroes from Celtic Mythology" all by Anne Ross.

14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars inaccurate and misleading, April 14, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Celtic Magic (Llewellyn's World Religion & Magick) (Paperback)

Having been born and bred in Wales and being Celtic through and through, this book is totally inaccurate and misleading. It dwells more on Wicca rather than Celtic Paganism, if you want to write a book on Wicca, write a book about wicca, and leave Celtic Magic to those who actually practice it.