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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Paganism Paperback – April 18, 2002

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You’re no idiot, of course. But finding the perfect expression of your spirituality can prove long and challenging. You might already be attracted to paganism, but considering the variety of traditions and paths that fall in this category, you’ll need a spiritual guide.

Seek no further! Whether you’re interested in following the pagan path or just curious to know more, The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Paganism will enlighten you on this fascinating array of nature-based beliefs and practices. In this Complete Idiot’s Guide®, you’ll learn about:

The basic principles of shamanism, druidism, Wicca, and more.
How to deepen your connection to the Goddess, the God, and nature.
The fundamentals of meditation, magic, divination, and spiritual healing.
Tips on incorporating pagan rituals into your modern lifestyle.

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362 pages
Language

English
Publisher

Alpha
Publication date

April 18, 2002
Reading age

18 years and up
Dimensions

7.36 x 0.88 x 9.08 inches
ISBN-10

002864266X
ISBN-13

978-0028642666
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CARL McCOLMAN is a freelance writer and spiritual teacher based in Atlanta, Georgia. He is the author of several books including The Well-Read Witch and The Aspiring Mystic. A practitioner of nature spirituality for more than a decade, he is the co-founder and former leader of a druid grove and currently is the co-leader of an interfaith pagan meditation circle.

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Product details

Publisher : Alpha; 1st edition (April 18, 2002)
Language : English
Paperback : 362 pages
ISBN-10 : 002864266X
ISBN-13 : 978-0028642666
Reading age : 18 years and up
Item Weight : 0.035 ounces
Dimensions : 7.36 x 0.88 x 9.08 inches

Best Sellers Rank: #261,116 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Nisaryn

Too much Wicca and not enough general Paganism

Reviewed in the United States on July 18, 2019

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This book is good, it really is. I just wish it was more focused on Paganism in general. Most of this book is focused on Wicca and Wiccan principles, which would be fine if this was a book about Wicca. Not all pagan follow the Wiccan Rede or the Law of Three. Not all pagans believe in the duality of the Lord and Lady, some of us (myself included) are Hard Polytheist so we believe in MULTIPLE Lords and Ladies...I felt that paganism outside of Wicca just wasn't represented at ALL in this book, it made it out as if all pagans were Wiccan which just isn't true.

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Gigi

A brilliant guide to help you learn more about what will work for you going forward. A must read!

Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2018

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A fantastic book whether are you are just wanting to know the basics or discover a path that it appeals to you. It gives non-biased information about many different types of paganism and how it is practiced. An absolute must read prior to purchasing other pagan books! Since many other beginner books are written specifically for one path, this book will help you save time and money on purchasing books or tools that are not towards what you are truly interested in.

I instruct all my new students to read this book first to get a better understanding of the broad strokes regarding everything.

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Dean Goodwin

Best pagan book

Reviewed in the United States on June 27, 2020

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This book is AMAZING! Anybody thinking about paganism, or a long time practitioner will like this book. It covers gods goddesses wicca rituals, spells, spirit guides, karma. It is so comprehensive in a straightforward way. The chapter are short , simple, and to the point. I read some books on paganism and this is by far the best. Even if you have been practicing for a while, you get something from this book! First choice in any recommendation.

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Trish Deneen

Delivers what it promises

Reviewed in the United States on July 21, 2008

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Carl McColman states in the beginning of this book that he is introducing the reader to Wicca, Druidry, and shamanism. He skillfilly delivers on his promise with a clear introduction to the most prominent forms of Paganism. This book would help in gaining direction into which path is for you.

It is not Pagan 101 or a spell book. If you are looking for a quick magical fix for a problem, you won't find it here. This book is for someone who knows absolutely nothing or very little about Paganism. For that reason, I think this would be a good book for a Pagan to give an open-minded friend or loved one who is concerned about their beliefs.

He introduces the beginner to concepts such as the wheel of the year, magic, and reincarnation. He has a friendly, easy-to-read writing style.

I rated it four stars instead of five because I felt the entire work was too heavily influenced by Wiccan belief such as the Rede and the God being the consort of the Goddess even when he wasn't specifically speaking of Wicca.

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Dream Walker

Great place to start.

Reviewed in the United States on August 22, 2017

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Excellent beginner's guide to paganism. It gives a very good overview of the many types of paganism and does it in a very humorous and approachable way. For anyone interested in this spirituality I would highly recommend it.

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Yea

I got the book!

Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2018

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I'm almost certain that I selected the type of used book that was in the best condition possible (good as new or something like it)
Well, the pages are yellowish and the book itself smells weird. So, the condition was not as the one described in the box...but whatever I got it.

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heather

If you're going to buy one book on this subject I recommend this book has a little bit of everything

Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2021

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I love all the idiots guides to anything! I specifically loved this because it covers a little bit of everything. If you're going to get one book for paganism I suggest this book extremely giftable!

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P. moszeter

Lots Of Information

Reviewed in the United States on March 14, 2010

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I have been reading up on Paganism for the last six months and was afraid I would either go backwards or "do over" with an "Idiots Guide" but this book was great.
Never boring, always informative and an easy read with but not overwhelming with information. Yes it did give out the same information at times, but also had
other information too, and I liked the layout of the book and how everything was
presented. I took my time and feel I more than got my money's worth. I would
suggest this book to anyone who is looking for information on Paganism.

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Connie

Four Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 3, 2017

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Excellent

Granny smith

Three Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 10, 2016

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Good book

Mrs E H Moody

Five Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 27, 2015

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Fast delivery for great book.

martin snow

Five Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 23, 2015

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An outstanding service and excellent quality

Dood B Here

Highly Recommended

Reviewed in Canada on October 16, 2017

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This is a fantastic book for the beginner, or for the curious mind, wanting to know more. It covers a broad band of topics within Paganism, yet ties everything together in simple, practical terms. This would be an excellent book to present to skeptical family members, or friends when they want to support your path but don't quite know how.

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