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Origins of Modern Witchcraft
The Evolution of a World Religion
by Aoumiel ; Ann Moura
ISBN: 1567186483
ISBN-13: 9781567186482
Format: Paperback
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Bibliographic Details
Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide Ltd
Published date: 2000
Edition: 1th edition
Size: 6 x 9 inches
Weight: 1.1 pounds
Pages: 282
Publisher's Notes
Modern Witches, Pagans, and Wiccans know that their heritage goes back for centuries, but tracing these roots isn't always easy. Now Ann Moura, a historian who is also a seasoned practitioner of the Craft, reveals the true origins and tribulations of this ancient faith, and traces the long path to its reemergence as a major new world religion. To assist the reader in searching out the historical roots of Neo-Pagan spirituality, this volume includes guided meditations and spells.
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MOURA, ANN
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St. Paul: Llewellyn Publications, 2000 xx, 282pp, index, bibliography, glossary, chronology, bw ills, map. Slight edge wear and curving to covers. A sweeping tour of more than 5000 years of religious and cultural history of witchcraft and paganism, by a practicing witch and historian. Includes the evolution of such concepts as original sin, Tree of Life, and the relationship between magick and wicca.. First Paperback. Trade Paperback. Very Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" Tall. ( more information) Offered by Lawrence Jones (Australia)
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