Customer Reviews

Witches

5 star:		(19)
4 star:		(2)
3 star:		(3)
2 star:		(1)
1 star:		(2)

 

 

When I first bought this book, I bought it for the artwork. It wasn't until I began reading it that I found its words to touch my soul like no Silver Ravenwolf book ever did or could. I think the problem with a lot of the reviewers posting negative comments is that they are either men or are focusing to much on the "Wiccan" aspect of witchcraft. We have to remember that not EVERY witch is a Wiccan. Some may have viewpoints that do not correlate to the Rede many of you follow so zealously. Also, realize that this book is not meant to be a teaching tool but is an emotional essay on the female history of Witchcraft; this is a beautiful book.

Ok, ok, anti-feminists will moan, and wiccan purists will argue that this book is not the most accurate one on the market when it comes to the Old Religion... But well, for a non-pagan , Erica Jong has delivered one of the most beautiful and moving books about Witches that I've ever read. Ladies, this book will speak to your soul, reconnect you with the dreams and nightmares of your childhood, the dark powers that creep in the shadows, the heroines of the past, the goddess spirit that flows within you. It will transport you somewhere else. Whether you are a witch, a feminist or just someone who has not lost his/her ability to dream, to explore archetypes and find the Truth behind them, you MUST buy this book.

This is probably the coolest book on Witchcraft and Goddess religion I've ever come across. It's mostly a coffee-table art tome, peppered with accurate, nonjudgemental information. The construction of the book as a whole is really beautiful -- the paintings are haunting, the text typeface is pretty, fun *and* easy on the eye, and the entire feeling of the book, though it's only paper, is very tactile. I love holding this in my lap and thumbing through it, again and again. Very highly recommended.

I am a wiccan, i loved this book. it's not about wicca, but about WITCHES, there is a difference, no matter how much some wiccans want to to belive otherwise. this is a beautiful book. It can't be read like she is trying to prove andything, because she is not. She has beautiful artwork and beautful writing, thouroghly reccomended to wiccans, witches and lovers of either.

Like I said, this books text might and will offend some people! Overall, i'd say this book isn't about wicca, but the witch trials. It goes in a large depth of detail, shows a few spells, the witches"tools", and soo much more!It has a lot of info you won't find in any other book! e.g.:the witch is put in your mind as someone evil, you know her, you've grown up with her, you've ate her apple, you've nibbled at her gingerbread house!It tells you famous wiccans, and it's really hard to describe this book! I highly recommend it to anyone!

I had absolutely no idea how magnificently beautiful this book would be and I was delighted when I opened it!! I've wanted it for years, but kept putting off buying it until I recently became interested in the history of Witchcraft. I also didn't realize this was an oversized edition with out-of-this-world stunning artwork. The book is worth the artwork alone.

I've always loved Erica Jong's books, but she outdid herself with this one. It's a tribute to women everywhere and I highly recommend it whether you're interested in Wicca, Witchcraft or not. Her poetry is awesome. It's a book to treasure and display.

Over 10 years ago when i was 12 years old i read this book. it is informative and artistic and immediately i fell in love with witchcraft. not only does it cover the basics of witchcraft but also the history and beauty of the religion. the artwork is amazing and the poetry is truly inspirational.

This is a book of artwork and poetry written by someone who is using the loaded imagery of the Witch as a way to explore feminism, art, history, and the evolution of religion. It is a thoughtful book but does not pretend to delve deep into any of the issues it explores. It is a book for artists and poets who explore the world through the creative process, and as such I found it hugely successful.

Whether the book fits in the current trends of Wicca/Witchcraft is a side issue that is really up to each person who reads it. I feel it is absolutely a Wiccan book because it gave me tons of the spiritual inspiration I need in my creative pursuits.

As to some of the snarly comments, I don't think people should try to say in a blanket sort of way what is and is not Wicca. To me, Wicca seems more of a craft - a skill you create and develop continually. It's not some fixed set of rituals and beliefs that someone spoon feeds to you and then you practice (horrible word) "as is" for the rest of your life.

Very inspirational book!

I have this book and recommend it to anyone. The artwork and poetry alone are worth the price of the book! Absolutely Breathtaking! Buy it!

I have been looking for this book for a very long time, and I could never find it-until recently. I had given up on the search, and then -poof- there it was, staring me in the face in the Bargain Section of Media Play. The artwork is absolutely gorgeous, and it is as accurate as a book about Witchcraft can be (because so many people write about it, and often opinions vary, PLUS the subject itself is very old and over the years things have been distorted). I have countless other books about Witchcraft, but I had to get this one.