Element Encyclopedia of Witchcraft: the Complete a-Z for the Entire Magi Cal World by Judika Ilkes (2005, Hardcover)

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Author:Illes, Judika. In this mammoth magical treasure trove, Judika Illes explores the history, folklore, spirituality, and mythology of witchcraft. This definite book is the most comprehensive, authoritative and entertaining guide you'll ever find on the mythology, folklore and traditions of magic.

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PublisherHarperCollins The Limited
ISBN-100007192932
ISBN-139780007192939
eBay Product ID (ePID)43824419

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Book TitleElement Encyclopedia of Witchcraft: the Complete A-Z for the Entire Magi Cal World
Number of Pages896 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2005
TopicWicca (See Also Body, Mind & Spirit / Witchcraft), Witchcraft (See Also Religion / Wicca), Magick Studies
IllustratorYes
GenreReligion, Body, Mind & Spirit
AuthorJudika Ilkes
FormatHardcover

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Item Height2.2 in
Item Weight68.5 Oz
Item Length9.8 in
Item Width8 in

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ReviewsPrevious publications:Earth Mother Magic: Ancient Spells for Modern Belles (Fair Winds Press, 2001)Emergency Magic! 150 Spells for Surviving the Worst-Case Scenario (Fair Winds Press, 2002)Spells: The Anthology (Seventh House Publications, 2002)Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells (Element, 2004)
Dewey Edition22
Dewey Decimal133.4303
SynopsisFollowing on from the hugely successful Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells, comes the next bumper encyclopedia celebrating all facets of witchcraft. This definite book is the most comprehensive, authoritative and entertaining guide you'll ever find on the mythology, folklore and traditions of magic., Following on from the hugely successful Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells, comes the next bumper encyclopedia celebrating all facets of witchcraft. This definite book is the most comprehensive, authoritative and entertaining guide you'll ever find on the mythology, folklore and traditions of magic. In this mammoth magical treasure trove, Judika Illes explores the history, folklore, spirituality, and mythology of witchcraft. A feast of facts and curiosities, rooted in magical and spiritual traditions, from all over the world, there are recipes from the witch's cauldron, magical sacred dates, and methods of witches' flights. Discover how witchcraft has inspired popular culture from Shakespeare to Harry Potter, and how witches have suffered persecution and death in centuries past. Packed full of amazing facts, bizarre information and fascinating stories, you will also be introduced to mythic witches, modern witches, sacred goddess witches, even demon witches, male and female witches, and witches from all over the globe. Ideal for both the dedicated follower and casual reader, as a perfect gift for yourself or someone else to treasure, this definitive encyclopedia is essential reading for anyone interested in folklore, mythology and magic., A comprehensive reference work exploring all facets of witchcraft, this is the companion volume to "The Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells.", This is the definitive celebration and exploration of all facets of witchcraft, serving as a complete reference book but also as a source of entertainment and general interest. Contents: * Judika Illes explores the history, folklore, spirituality, and mythology of witchcraft. Wicca will be discussed, but the focus will not to limited to Wicca. As with Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells, this book's focus will be cross-cultural and will span the centuries right up to the present day and popular culture. * Meet mythic witches, modern witches, sacred goddess witches, even demon witches, male and female witches, witches from all over the globe. * Includes a miscellany of facts including magic spells, rituals, potions, recipes, celebrations, traditions, and much more. * This is a reference book that appeals to both insiders and outsiders; that is of appeal to those who adhere to the tenets of some form of witchcraft, as well as those general interest readers interested in folklore, mythology and history., A comprehensive reference work exploring all facets of witchcraft, and the companion volume to The Element Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells.
LC Classification NumberBF1566

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