Discover the wisdom and magic of Appalachia through Mountain
Magic, an illustrated guide to the occult power of the hills and
hollows.
The
people of Appalachia and the American backwoods have a long and deep
magical tradition, one rooted in the power of place, land, and
nature. With a creativity and ingenuity born of necessity,
Appalachian witches built and sustained a wealth of magical knowledge
drawn from European, Native American, and African American folk
magic. Guided by expert witch and forager Rebecca Beyer, you can
explore the wisdom of this powerful place:
Learn
medical and magical uses for common plants and herbs
Meet
the traditional magical practitioners of Appalachia, from Blood
Stoppers to Water Witches
Delve
into a wealth of charms and curses, from witchballs to love workings
Follow
the lore of the stars and seasons to grow and thrive
Some
of the magic and culture you will encounter in this enchanted guide
include:
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Magical
lore surrounding the weather, seasons, and the movements of the moon
and stars
Recipes
for a tonic salad to move the blood in springtime and a cleansing
spicebush tea
Profiles
of the medicinal and magical properties of some essential mountain
plants, including ginseng, blackberry, poke, sassafras, and mullein
Charms
to protect from evil, including witch bottles, a holly twig charm,
and the SATOR ROTAS square
With
this beautifully illustrated guide, you can bring the wisdom and
magic of the backwoods to meet the challenges of modern life,
building a magical practice that’s fueled by ancestral traditions
and the nourishing power of the natural world.
The
Modern Folk Magic series offers accessible and engaging
introductions to folk magical traditions from a fresh, modern
perspective. Linking the current enthusiasm for magical practice back
to the deeply rooted magical traditions in the United States and
elsewhere, the titles in this series give depth and cultural meaning
to the practice of witchcraft. These beautiful books serve as
hands-on guides for learning and practicing folk magic, from authors
who are experts in these traditions. Check out the other books in the
series including Hoodoo Magic.