A Woman's Guide to the Earth Traditions: Exploring Wicca, Shamanism, Paganism and Celtic Spirituality [Paperback]

Vivianne Crowley (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 25, 2001

This practical guide traces the history and origin of the most compelling earth traditions.

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About the Author

Vivianne Crowley PhD has established herself as one of the leading speakers on Pagan topics. She is currently a lecturer at Kings College, University of London. She is the author of 'Wicca', and 'Way of Paganism'.

Product Details

• Paperback: 288 pages
• Publisher: Thorsons (September 25, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0007116993
• ISBN-13: 978-0007116997
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 5.9 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,018,195 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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17 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Educational, Enlightened and Insightful, October 30, 2002

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Helga Lynn Pearson (Durban, KwaZulu-Natal South Africa) - See all my reviews

This review is from: A Woman's Guide to the Earth Traditions: Exploring Wicca, Shamanism, Paganism and Celtic Spirituality (Paperback)

After reading a great deal about Paganism, Earth Traditions and Wicca, Vivianne's book was the first that gave a me a sense of who I was and what I believe Pagan practice should stand for. Many others would have you think theirs is the 'only way' even amongst many Pagans or Wiccan practitioners. Vivianne manages to give a wonderful overview of many of the worlds Earth Traditions or Pagan beliefs, respecting each for the underlying spiritual truths they contain.

With her approachable, open style of illumination she manages to make the reader feel comfortable with their own inutitive connection to the Divine. A quote found in her book reads:

'To Dispute the religion (Dharana) of another
is the mark of a narrow mind
Oh Lord! Oh Great Magician!
With whatsoever faith or feeling we call on Thee
Thou art pleased.'

Despite the title, I didn't find it exclusively women orientated. I'd love my husand to read it! Well done Vivianne, you certinaly helped me greatly along my spiritual path.