Wiccan Wisdomkeepers: Modern-day Witches Speak on Environmentalism, Feminism, Motherhood, Wiccan Lore, and More [Paperback]

Sally Griffyn (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 2002

The first book of its kind, Wiccan Wisdomkeepers presents dozens of in-depth interviews with a diverse "global coven" of well-known Wiccans. Celebrating the Craft of the Wise, each interview is accompanied by an original photograph, details about each practitioner's individual philosophy, and a short invocation or spell. Representing a broad spectrum of men and women from many cultures and countries, the interviews include Starhawk, internationally renowned American Wiccan and passionate environmentalist; and Doreen Valiente, who is influential in present-day Wiccan lore and in the writing of the Witches' Book of Shadows. Others include Phyllis Currot, Patricia Morrison, Francesca Howell (author of this season's Making Magic with Gaia), Sirona Knight (author of next season's Goddess Bless!), Marina Baker, Janet Farrar and Gavin Bon, Jullius, Judy Harrow, Dawn Hardy and Tony Meadows, Cassandra, and many more.

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About the Author

Sally Griffyn is a high priestess and was initiated in 1991 in England by Vivianne and Chris Crowley. She is a professional photographer and runs her own Wiccan workshops.

Product Details

• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: Samuel Weiser (May 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1578632579
• ISBN-13: 978-1578632572
• Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 8.6 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,179,393 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Pictures alone are worth purchasing this book., August 5, 2002

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Samantha Stevens "broominit" (Copperas Cove, TX) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Wiccan Wisdomkeepers: Modern-day Witches Speak on Environmentalism, Feminism, Motherhood, Wiccan Lore, and More (Paperback)

After borrowing this book from a close friend, I knew I had to get a copy for myself. From Doreen Valiente's last poem to Patricia Kennealy Morrison's retelling of her pagan past (and present) with deceased husband Jim Morrison of The Doors, this book is a great addition to any pagan library.
If your journey is just getting started in the craft, or your path is well traveled, these well known pagan leaders offer insight to their own lifestyle and spiritality, with common ground being an affinity with nature.
The photos that accompany the interviews are brillant, with sharpness and clarity. Note: the Horned God was VERY inviting.
Only drawback, would have like to have seen more pagan authors/leaders being interviewed.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars interesting read, April 22, 2010

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This review is from: Wiccan Wisdomkeepers: Modern-day Witches Speak on Environmentalism, Feminism, Motherhood, Wiccan Lore, and More (Paperback)

It was an interesting read. I liked the insights into some of the more notable people in the craft.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A Wise Purchase, May 25, 2005

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Cosette - See all my reviews

This review is from: Wiccan Wisdomkeepers: Modern-day Witches Speak on Environmentalism, Feminism, Motherhood, Wiccan Lore, and More (Paperback)

This wonderful book is a collection of candid interviews with some of the biggest names in Wicca, including Doreen Valiente, Starhawk, Janet Farrar and Gavin Bone, Judy Harrow, and Phyllis Curott. Writer and photographer Sally Griffyn reveals the vibrant diversity of Wicca with intimacy and a wealth of vivid photographs.

I find only one weakness in the book: the inclusion of an essay by a man who goes by the pseudonym Edmund. He claims to be a High Priest, a widely published and respected author and expert in the history of Paganism and Witchcraft for over 10 years. I question anyone who makes such claims from the broom closet. Additionally, he says that Wiccans can be atheists, which tells me he doesn't know as much as he thinks he does.

Nevertheless, beginners will learn much from Wiccan Wisdomkeepers and more experienced practitioners can see all the different directions their practice can take. The lavish photographs are sure to inspire.