Positive Magic: Occult Self-Help [Paperback]

Marion Weinstein (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 1994

One of the best loved introductions to magic, Witchcraft and the occult available! Used in metaphysical classes around the world. The author makes ancient magic techniques accessible, offering them as practical toold for dealing with daily life. Well researched historical background on the I Ching, Tarot, Astrology and Witchcraft.

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About the Author

Marion Weinstein is credited as being one of the pioneers of the modern Witchcraft Movement. Her popular radio show, Marion's Cauldron, on New York's WBAI FM, ran weekly for 14 years.

Product Details

• Paperback: 310 pages
• Publisher: Earth Magic Productions; 3rd edition (May 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0960412875
• ISBN-13: 978-0960412877
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.4 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (31 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #532,787 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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23 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars My first introduction to Wicca and still my favorite., November 7, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Positive Magic: Occult Self-Help (Paperback)

The chapter on ethics and safety is one of the most important. The most thorough explanation of the Law of Three that I have ever found. So many books coming out now on New Age and Occult topics are failing to provide this basic, essential information that protects you from having unintended bad results from your spells. It's hard to believe this book was written over 20 years ago, it is still fresh. I'm so glad she came out with the reprint, so it can be circulated again. I use Words of Power to help myself in school, in my job, with my relationships, finding a house, my kitty's health, my garden, just about everything. Enjoy your own copy of this book, and Blessed Be.

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Magic Abounds in this Witty, Wonderful Book, October 19, 2001

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Joseph B. Mullen, Psychic Author (Effingham, NH USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Positive Magic: Occult Self-Help (Paperback)

Everyone should read this book! Even if you have only a passing curiosity about Wicca, Ms. Weinstein provides a wonderful primer on "the Craft" and its history that makes for compelling reading. Plus you get delightful instructions on tossing the coins (I Ching); reading the Tarot (a tool for opening up to your own intuition); and writing "Words of Power" (think of these as incantations, prayers, or affirmations, depending upon your personal beliefs). Best of all, Ms. Weinstein writes in a witty, down-to-earth style with one-liners that are sure to crack you up!

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Primer on Magic, Wicca, I Ching & Astrology, June 21, 1998

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"[e-mail]" (Maryland) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Positive Magic: Occult Self-Help (Paperback)

Whenever someone asks me to explain more about how magic works, I always start with two steps:

Magic 101: Watch the _Star_Wars_ trilogy (Yes, the movies) and listen to every word they say about "The Force" - it is exactly how Magic works. (Yes, it sounds strange, but trust me on this one)

Magic 102: Read _Positive_Magic_ to take the basic _Star_Wars_ introduction and get it explained in more detail and in a more "traditional" learing environment.

There are many books on the subject, but very few would I recommend to a beginner as most are exploitive or sensationalist. _Positive_Magic_ is always my first recommendation in reading materials. It provides a clear, logical explanation to Magic, Wicca (a magical religeous tradition), I Ching (a Chinese divination oracle) and Astrology (a divination tools used by various cultures throughout the world).

It provides a very balanced, thorough and non-judgemental view of its topics in an easy to read and understand format.

Buy It. You'll love it.

Blessed Be,

Brian G.