Magickal Mermaids and Water Creatures [Paperback]

D.J. Conway (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 21, 2008

Stories of the Mer-Folk, especially Mermaids, exist in nearly every culture around the world that sailed the oceans or large rivers. Human-like, except for their iridescent, scaly tails, Mermaids and Mermen have fascinated humans for thousands of years. Because the largest of these beings exist in the oceans, most people are not aware that smaller versions of the Mer-Folk live in inland rivers, streams, marshes, and large or small waterfalls. Like many other magickal beings, the Mermaids travel easily between this world and the astral planes, appearing only to those who truly seek to know them and learn their ancient powers. Magickal Mermaids and Water Creatures brings these fabled creatures out of the storybooks and into real life through the studies of D. J. Conway. Within the pages you will learn about: * The secret powers of Mermaids and Mermen. * Different water creatures and where you can find them. * How to entice water folk for friendship and health. * How to avoid dangerous water folk.

Product Details

• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: Career Press (May 21, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1564147843
• ISBN-13: 978-1564147844
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #392,692 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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19 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Quite Fascinating, March 9, 2006

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Peekablue (Missouri, U.S.A.) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Magickal Mermaids and Water Creatures (Paperback)

I've been fascinated with mermaids all my life. I have recently been trying to collect as many books as possible for my personal library. A couple of months ago, my obsession turned to mermaids. I ordered this book and another that mostly contained pictures.
If you're looking for facts on mermaids, mermen, and other types of merfolk (there are more than you think), this book is for you.
This book contains several mermaid legends from around the world. It covers the different types of water folk, grouping them by the waters they inhabit: Rivers, Small Streams and Waterfalls, Desert and Arrid Regions (Who knew?), Swamps, Fens, and Wetlands, and finally Lakes. There is also a section of other kinds of water creatures, such as dolphins and hippocampus.
In addition to these facts, there are sections on how to contact merfolk and use water magick. None of which I have tried yet but maybe someday. Even if you find that a little ridiculous, the book is worth it for the other information it supplies.
There are illustrations, in black and white, most from Clipart. If you're looking for a book with mostly pictures of mermaids, I recommend Mermaids (Magical Beings) by Elizabeth Ratisseau.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars For those interested in the mystical & magical side of Mermaids, March 30, 2008

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Gharith Pendragon (Austin, Texas) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Magickal Mermaids and Water Creatures (Paperback)

Although there are a number of excellent books about Mermaids legends and art involving Mermaids from around the world and throughout history, I have not found that many publications about Mermaids from the mystical and magical points of view. D.J. Conway did a superior job in writing this book. Her suggested meditative techniques are easy to understand and work with. She breaks down the different types of sea beings into good and friendly ones, as well as identifying and cautioning the reader of potentially harmful sea beings and spirits. I personally do not know of any other author that fairly and specifically breaks this topic down. I do recommend this book!

7 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars A mermaid reference book for the easily pleased., March 27, 2006

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The Illustrated Home Librarian (Owings Mills, MD USA) - See all my reviews

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Love research on folklore. And compilations of myth or legend.
But this struck me as the 'ultra-lite' version. This book is not outstanding or special in any way. Suggest readers (whether child or adult) get this from the library before they decide to spend any money for their own copy. Glad I did. There are plenty of other mermaid books that contain stunning art and text.