History

Looks at two thousand years of Druid history and explores the English, Scottish, and Welsh attitudes toward the ancient Celtic world’s religious functionaries.

‘Hutton’s professional expertise shows paganism in a new light’ -Katrina Dixon The Scotman, 24/02/01’this work… makes for excellent reading. Hutton’s extensive scholarship allows him to make and clarify connections between people and movements …

The twentieth anniversary edition of The Spiral Dance celebrates the pivotal role the book has had in bringing Goddess worship to the religious forefront. This bestselling classic is both an unparalleled reference on the practices and …

Explores the current Neopagan movement in the United States through discussions with various groups whose rituals are inspired by ancient dieties, visions from science fiction, or witchcraft

The image of a Mother Goddess who embodies all the processes of nature has proved to be one of the most resonant and influential symbols of the 20th century. The Goddess is today a potent figurehead for feminists, Paganists and environmentalists …

An illustrated collection of 65 folktales, each with an introduction outlining the appearance of the tale in various cultures.

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Tales about Pwyll, Branwen, Manawydan, Math, Lludd and Lleuelys, and Culhwch and Olwen, comprising the core of the ancient Welsh mythological cycle, are presented in readable, modern English translations

Examines the language of ancient Celtic and Mediterranean poetic myths, probing the role of the all-encompassing female figure, the White Goddess, in the earliest forms of poetry

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More than magic… Where else can one combine chemistry and philosophy to turn base metal into gold while discovering a magical elixir to prolong life? Here’s a simple and straightforward guide to alchemy that explains its basic principles …

Piquant and witty collection excavates 200 pyramid-builders, poets, poisoners, physicians, power brokers and panderers of ancient times.

Explores mythology, folklore, legends, literature, and fairy tales

“There is no one quite like Joseph Campbell. He knows the vast sweep of man’s panoramic past as few men have evern known it.” -The Village Voice What is a properly functioning mythology and what are its functions? Can we use myths to help relieve …

The noted mythologist discusses the relationship of ancient myths to modern life, including discussions of recent heros, tales of love and marriage, the power of myth, and mythic themes