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Wizardry works from the inside out.

There, I've said it. That's one of the biggest Wizard secrets there is. Used to be they'd lock you in a crystal cave for telling anybody that one. Or burn you at the stake.

Tongue-in-cheek and deliciously droll, "Cornelius Rumstuckle" is the fictional narrator of The Book of Wizardry. Now featuring a new cover, this highly entertaining guide to wizardry makes genuine magical ideas accessible to young adults.

Brennan's fun wizard training manual is filled with interactive activities: how to make a wand and other wizard tools, discover your Wizard's name, switch on Wizard's Power, read the future in the Wizard's Oracle, and more. Those who successfully complete the Wizard's Adventure and crack the code in this book can become an accredited member of the Wizard's Guild.

A YALSA Teen Top Ten Title (2003)



From the Back Cover

So you want to be a Wizard . . .

It's not easy to become a Wizard, you know. Not easy at all.

The twenty-two closely guarded secrets to becoming a Wizard have never been revealed before, not in the whole history of Wizardry. I'm not sure I approve. Still, they've given me the job of teaching you, so that's what I'm going to do. By the time we've worked our way through this official handbook of the Wizards' Guild, you will have learned enough to participate in the “Wizard's Adventure,” a test of your magical knowledge found within these pages. If you successfully complete the adventure and crack the code, you will become an accredited member of the Wizards' Guild.

But first, we've got a lot of work to do. You have to learn how to make your own Wand and Wizard's Tools, discover your Wizard's name, and switch on Wizard's Power. Oh yes, and read your future in the Wizard's Oracle, practice Star Magic, discover the best times to work magic, and-well, maybe we'd better just get started.

Pay attention. Pay very close attention. Your Wizard's training is about to begin . . . .
-Cornelius Rumstuckle


Product Details

  • Reading level: Ages 9-12
  • Paperback: 336 pages
  • Publisher: Llewellyn Publications (May 1, 2003)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0738701653
  • ISBN-13: 978-0738701653
  • Product Dimensions: 7.7 x 5.2 x 1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 3.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #56,172 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars fun book for young adults, July 27, 2003
By "andromalius" (Cedar Park, TX USA) - See all my reviews
This is a cute book that has obviously been designed for a young novice in the magical arts, sort of a Harry Potteresque instruction book. It's hard to tell whether this is a serious book on the subject at first, but it does have real magic and techniques for increasing concentration and such, and half of the book is taken up by a "Choose Your Own Adventure" type of novella.

The only annoying thing about it this book is that it mixes fantasy and real magical techniques, but I suppose that might be fun for a younger reader. It's a bit like telling children about Santa Claus, though.

In short, this is a good book for a young adult who is interested in magic and fantasy (and most likely a Harry Potter fan) but doesn't know where to begin, and/or if you want to teach a young adult magical technique but want to do it in a fun way.

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13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars A drop of imagination, stirred with magic intent, September 9, 2004
By Jj Pieterse "Passion, Romance and Philosophy" (Cape Town, Western Cape South Africa) - See all my reviews
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Is wizardry real? When you start searching for real information on wizardry there is not much to go on. Cornelius's book can be as close to the real thing as it can get for his target audience. Cornelius targets the juvenile with poise and lovely humor.

The book is an excellent introduction into the world of occult and mystery. The 20 wizardry lessons are easy to follow and a great pleasure of anticipation, but demands patience and active participation. The lessons start with the secret wizard's name, which is probably the most powerful psychological edifying concept in the book.

The practical instructions will lead to some insight, if combined with the given simple and practical advice: "Wizardry works from the inside out". The gems in between might just be missed if not looked at carefully. The lessons are an introduction into real occult ideas and concepts. The lessons introduce the five elements introducing the pentagram and ventures through methods of divination, numerology and astrology. He explains briefly how the cycles of the moon and talisman can be used to strengthen magic. Interwoven between all the artifacts of wizardry are occult disciplines like relaxation, breathing, visioning, memory enhancement and spirit guides. The book might not immediately create a lot of powerful Merlin's but it is designed to entice and intrigue. I have no doubt that it will accomplish that.

The Wizard's adventure is more than a story...it allows the young wizard to make decisions and apply the knowledge gained in the 20 lessons. The Wizard's adventure provides a simulated practice ground to apply wizardry. The story begins with an introduction into the use of a pendulum as a means of guidance and then builds a story line of survival through a labyrinth of decisions. Not knowing the wizard's secrets leads ultimately to death in the game. The odds are against the young wizard in the battles with all types of creatures. If played by the rules the wizard has a slim change of coming out of the adventure alive. Playing with dice the wizard has to focus on bringing the magic from the inside to truly reach the wizard's guild.

Cornelius provides a masterful blend between fiction and non-fiction. There is certainly enough realness to entice further exploration and there is enough mystery to keep the Wizard elusive in his mythical, enigmatic and magical character.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Cute Lessons in Real Magick, October 21, 2003
By Stormy (Canada) - See all my reviews
First up, this book has nothing to do with Harry Potter. Absolutely nowhere does this book mention anything to do with Harry Potter whatsoever, or vice versa. Harry Potter is 100 percent fiction.

Secondly: Yes, this book has real, genuine magical technique in it. The first half of the book is devoted to actual magick lessons. If this sort of thing makes you uncomfortable, or is against your religious beliefs, then don't buy this. Parents concerned about their children should already be monitoring what they read, correct? so if this is against your beliefs, you can explain that to them. Some people, however, actively practice as part of their religious beliefs while others don't particularly care, therefore having no problem if their kids are reading this book. (I would ask, however, that if you're afraid of "witch craft," have you actually spoken to a practicing Witch about what they believe and what they do? You might be surprised that Witches are no scarier than Hindus or Buddhists...)

The book itself: The first half, the lessons, are written in an engaging style. They're simple and easy to understand, but even after several years of practicing magic I picked up some things I didn't know before. The second half of the book, the game/Wizard's Adventure, is magnificent fun, rather like a Choose your own adventure book, which quizzes you on the material in the first part while being highly entertaining!

From my perspective, the mix of the fictional professor "Rumstuckle" with the genuine magickal principles is original and charming; however, I do understand how young kids could confuse fact and fantasy.

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4.0 out of 5 stars The Book of Wizardry: The Apprentice's Guide to the Secrets of the Wizards' Guild
Bought this book for two 10 year olds. They have poured over it for hours.
Published 17 hours ago by David Kain

5.0 out of 5 stars Love it
The book of wizardry, is a very fun and informative book, for young readers! I found it entertaining and fun to read, eventhou; I am seventeen. Read more
Published 15 months ago by A. Lara Jr.

1.0 out of 5 stars Not for Wizards-to-be!
This book is not for the Wizard, it's not anything but a game! The whole book leads you to a game, and has nothing to do with real Wizardry! I don't like this book! Read more
Published 22 months ago by Pheonix Black

5.0 out of 5 stars Book Of Wizardry: The Apprentice's Guide to the Secrets....
I got this book for my grandson, 11, who is very interested in Harry Potter and magic in general. He loved it! Read more
Published on May 12, 2007 by TarotMeister

4.0 out of 5 stars Cleverly managed
"The Book of Wizardry" is a wonderfully creative guide for those of us in the world with a particular interest in magic. At first, Mr. Read more
Published on January 2, 2006

1.0 out of 5 stars Not really supprising considering the source
Cornelius Rumstuckle aka J. H. (Herbie) Brennan. co writer of the such gaming books as Sagas of the Demonspawn Aztec Quest, Egyptian Quest, Greek Quest, Roman Quest and... Read more
Published on June 10, 2005 by Laurie E. W. Brandt

4.0 out of 5 stars This is a pretty good book
I admit that this doesn't have much to do with Wicca or magic, but it shares some principles or ideas. It has things about visualization, for example, and it's very interesting. Read more
Published on September 25, 2004 by Ellie

2.0 out of 5 stars Just a few questions...
I have read the book, and i completed it but i was very hazy at the end. In the end you become a "fully-accredited wizard in the first-degree"... Read more
Published on April 10, 2004

2.0 out of 5 stars Save your money
This book presents it self somewhat confusingly. On the back of the book the category indicates it as fiction, yet inside it describes itself as 'positively not fiction'. Read more
Published on January 25, 2004 by Psyche

2.0 out of 5 stars Ugh...but not for the reason you're thinking.
It feels very strange to be weighing in on the same side as people who equate all magick with Satanism, but here I am. Read more
Published on December 3, 2003 by Julie McCord

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