The Secret World of Witchcraft [Hardcover]

Jason Karl (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 3, 2009

Unlike the broom-riding crones of popular folklore, witches are real and have existed on the fringes of society for centuries. This comprehensive illustrated guide shines a light on Wiccan practices from the 13th century through today. It provides rich historical detail, then adds a modern twist through the fascinating personal stories of today’s witches who are keeping The Craft alive. There’s a full account of the various types of “Magick”; background on the many Pagan holidays, gods and goddesses; and details on traditional spells and practices passed down through the generations. The subject is treated with respect, making this an invaluable guide for anyone seeking the truth behind the legends. 

 

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About the Author

Jason Karl is a ghost expert and founder of Ghost Research Foundation International. He has presented Haunted Homes, Ghost Files and Most Haunted on Living TV. He contributes to many radio programmes and is the author of 21st Century Ghosts and Illustrated History of the Haunted World, both published by New Holland. For most of his life he has harboured a fascination with ghosts and the paranormal, and has studied widely on the subject. Jason lives in Preston, Lancashire.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 192 pages
• Publisher: New Holland (March 3, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1847730698
• ISBN-13: 978-1847730695
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.2 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,193,371 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Secret World Review, January 17, 2010

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This review is from: The Secret World of Witchcraft (Hardcover)

I'm surprised, this book has been out almost year and no one's made any reviews or comments about this book...

I honestly felt this book starts off with giving a good overview of the history of Witchcraft, then moves into the basic common elements of Witchcraft, what they believe, how Covens are set up, different Gods, the Sabbats and finishing up with interviews with several famous, well known figures in the field of Wicca and Witchcraft and their views of how things have progressed and changed over the years.

There's not going to be any how to raise power, spells listed, lists of correspondances, ect as this book is to inform the Reader of just what Witchcraft/Wicca is and its history.

For that, this is a great book and I'd reccommend it to someone looking to investigate, explore and learn.