Wicca and Witchcraft For Dummies [Paperback]

Diane Smith (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 29, 2005

Examines Wiccan magic, rituals, traditions, and code of conduct

Get the scoop on this ancient spiritual path

Wondering what it takes to be a Wiccan? This plain-English guide introduces you to the vibrant world of Wicca and the practices of Witchcraft, describing its ancient origins, dispelling stereotypes, and explaining Wiccan beliefs, ethics, rituals, and holidays. You'll see what it means to live as a contemporary Wiccan -- and how to worship alone or with a group.

Discover how to
* Worship alone or join a coven
* Perform charms, blessings, and spells
* Obtain necessary tools and supplies
* Spot spiritual scams and inappropriate behavior
* Explore a spiritual path guided by nature

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Examines Wiccan magic, rituals, traditions, and code of conduct

Get the scoop on this ancient spiritual path

Wondering what it takes to be a Wiccan? This plain-English guide introduces you to the vibrant world of Wicca and the practices of Witchcraft, describing its ancient origins, dispelling stereotypes, and explaining Wiccan beliefs, ethics, rituals, and holidays. You'll see what it means to live as a contemporary Wiccan — and how to worship alone or with a group.

Discover how to

• Worship alone or join a coven
• Perform charms, blessings, and spells
• Obtain necessary tools and supplies
• Spot spiritual scams and inappropriate behavior
• Explore a spiritual path guided by nature

About the Author

Diane Smith, a writer and editor for more than 20 years, is also an eclectic Witch.

Product Details

• Paperback: 388 pages
• Publisher: For Dummies; 1 edition (July 29, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764578340
• ISBN-13: 978-0764578342
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 7.4 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #103,640 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Highly recommended!, September 17, 2005

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Serenity (Indianapolis, IN USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Wicca and Witchcraft For Dummies (Paperback)

I think that Wicca and Witchcraft For Dummies is an extraordinary book. It's full of credible information, solid suggestions for Wiccan practice, and engaging stories to bring Wicca to life for the reader. The author clearly presents the depth, beauty, and wisdom of Wicca.

19 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars OK - not as good as I thought it would be., August 4, 2005

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Carolyn (New Hampshire USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Wicca and Witchcraft For Dummies (Paperback)

Unfortunetly, the author didn't seem very interested in what she was writing. Even her intro was discouraging. I did like the history chapter though.

It was somewhat informative although I think the Idiot's book might be better "if" you are looking at this type of format to get some general knowledge.

If you're looking for an overall description, this is OK - if you're not a Wiccan or Witch. If you are, and have read some other books (Scott Cunningham for example), then you won't gain much from this.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Better than some, but still only a 'For Dummies" guide, June 19, 2007

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LunarStorm (Melbourne, Australia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Wicca and Witchcraft For Dummies (Paperback)

There's not a great deal on practical magick in this book, but it's full of info on sabbats (even though they're Northern Hemisphere oriented), the nature of Spirit (although a little Goddess-biased, like most books are), writing ritual and the philosophy and history of Wicca - Diane Smith manages to blend Wicca with science and make sense of the universe using both Wicca and physics. There's even a little discussion about the Big Issues - there's more real-life, living-the-path stuff in this book than in some others. Overall, a good book, but not the be-all-and-end-all.