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Elemental Powers for Witches: Energy Magic Simplified
by Frater BarrabbasBring Element-Based Ceremonial Magic into your Modern WitchcraftWhat was once only available to ceremonial magicians can now be yours with this guide to advanced elemental energy work. Frater Barrabbas presents a ritual system that uses the forty qualified powers as well as the sixteen elementals—paired elements, such as earth of water, that create a more articulated expression of magical power. A companion to Spirit Conjuring for Witches, this book covers working with your own energy, uncrossing mechanisms that remove internal blocks, and a variety of magical tools, including sigils, pentacles, and crystals.Featuring numerous illustrations and diagrams, Elemental Powers for Witches teaches you how to use specialized ritual energy patterns that are more effective than the regular witch's circle. Frater Barrabbas walks you through exciting new rituals he has developed over the years, including the eight-node magic circle, invoking and banishing spirals, Western and Eastern gateways, the Rose Cross Vortex Rite, and more. From using the tarot as a Book of Shadows to calling upon elemental spirits, this book helps you enhance your practice while staying true to your primary tradition of the Craft.
I Hear Your Voice: A Novel
by Young-ha KimFrom one of Korea&’s literary stars, a novel about two orphans from the streets of Seoul: one becomes the head of a powerful motorcycle gang, and the other follows him at all costs In South Korea, underground motorcycle gangs attract society&’s castoffs. They form groups of hundreds and speed wildly through cities at night. For Jae and Dongyu, two orphans, their motorcycles are a way of survival. Jae is born in a bathroom stall at the Seoul Express Bus Terminal. And Dongyu is born mute—unable to communicate with anyone except Jae. Both boys grow up on the streets of Seoul among runaway teenagers, con men, prostitutes, religious fanatics, and thieves. After years navigating the streets, Jae becomes an icon for uprooted teenagers, bringing an urgent message to them and making his way to the top of the gang. Under his leadership, the group grows more aggressive and violent—and soon becomes the police&’s central target. A novel of friendship—worship and betrayal, love and loathing—and a searing portrait of what it means to come of age with nothing to call your own, I Hear Your Voice resonates with mythic power. Here is acclaimed author Young-ha Kim&’s most daring novel to date.
The Dad Next Door
by Virginia MyersJUST PLAIN KATE...Sometimes, secretly, Kate wished she were pretty. Pretty enough to attract the attention of handsome Ian McAllister, the dashing single dad next door. But Kate tried to be content, raising her children solo and filling in as part-time mom to Ian's lonely little boy.So it was a bolt from the blue-a dream come true-when Ian proposed, promising Kate anything if she'd be his wife. Her heart soared down the aisle-only to plummet with afterthoughts. Did Ian really want her? Or merely a family for his son? Was she headed for heartbreak...or heaven in Ian's embrace?
Supermarket Magic: Creating Spells, Brews, Potions & Powders from Everyday Ingredients
by Michael FurieThe Tools of Magic are in your supermarket's aisles!Finding the ingredients for your spells and potions doesn't have to be expensive or difficult. Supermarket Magic provides clear instructions for working simple and powerful magic with everyday essentials.Perfect for witches and all practitioners of natural and herbal magic, this easy-to-use guide explains how to whip up brews, powders, and oils using inexpensive items that can be conveniently purchased at your local grocery store. Learn all the basics of magic including ethics, meditation, timing, and charging techniques. Discover handy shopping lists and clear instructions for working a wide variety of quick and effective spells for harmony, health, love, money, protection, psychic abilities, clearing, cleansing, and more. Let your supermarket aisles become a treasure trove of magic.
Magical Qabalah for Beginners: A Comprehensive Guide to Occult Knowledge
by Frater BarrabbasDiscover the history and theory of Qabalah as well as its practical ritual uses. Explore the five basic but essential parts of Qabalah: the ten Sephiroth, the twenty-two paths, the Four Worlds, the Three Negative Veils, and the Tree of Life.The Qabalah is the symbolic key to the Western Mystery tradition. Gain invaluable insights into all occult systems including high magic, Tarot, astrology, alchemy, hermetics, and more. In Magical Qabalah for Beginners, Frater Barrabbas shows ritual magicians, Pagans, and occult students how to incorporate the Qabalah into practice, using tables of correspondences, numerology, acronyms and formulae, sigils and ciphers, contemplation, and the theurgy of ascension. Now is the time to penetrate the mystical properties of Qabalah and make them work in your life.Praise:"Frater Barrabbas has crafted a comprehensive overview of the Qabalah that is clear and accessible."—Chic and Tabatha Cicero, Chief Adepts of the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn and authors of The Essential Golden Dawn"Those starting out on the path of learning magical Qabalah would do well to explore this book."—Scott Stenwick, author of Arcana"Magical Qabalah for Beginners is the introductory book that I wish we'd had back when I was first being trained in the Craft."—Veronica Cummer, author of Sorgitzak: Old Forest Craft
Hitler's and Stalin's Misuse of Science: When Science Fiction was Turned into Science Fact by the Nazis and the Soviets
by S. D. TuckerS.D. Tucker delves into the Nazi and Soviet historical hijacking of science by extreme ideologies, revealing the dangerous consequences of pseudoscientific narratives in today's world. In today’s world, science itself, which we are constantly being told is a neutral vehicle for wholly objective ideas and theories, is increasingly being hijacked and abused by the toxic modern cult of identity politics, of both left and right. But should we be too surprised by any of this? No, because this exact same sorry process has happened time and again before, under the rule of totalitarian political cults like the Nazis and the Soviets, both of which vigorously promoted various pseudoscientific theories of ‘Aryan Science’ and ‘Marxist Science’ on the sole grounds that they were ideologically correct as opposed to being factually so. Nazi racial pseudoscience and belief in nonsense like the ‘World Ice Theory’, which claimed that stars did not really exist and were actually just reflections of the sun off giant floating space-icebergs, were widely encouraged in the Third Reich, and used for long-term military weather-forecasting purposes. Likewise, the ideas of the renegade biologist Trofim Lysenko, who developed a deluded ‘anti-capitalist’ theory of genetics opposed to Darwin’s, were responsible for widespread famine in the USSR when Stalin allowed him to apply them practically towards the nation’s crop-harvests. Those academics and functionaries who disputed these clearly false pseudoscientific notions often found themselves in deep trouble – or, ultimately, dead. In this incisive and challenging study, author S.D. Tucker explores the often weird and fanciful theories that were proposed and took hold under these extreme regimes – and in doing so sends a word of warning to the modern world of the internet and social media where similar bizarre ideas are expounded and consumed with frightening gullibility. Everywhere from Western universities, schools and hospitals to Vladimir Putin’s Russia, absurd stories of sexist glaciers, racist gravity, socialist trees and NATO-backed mutant extra-terrestrial potatoes are being promoted as items of politically mandated scientific fact by compliant collaborators and credulous social media followers. Pseudoscientific narratives are even now used to justify the 2022 invasion of Ukraine, much as they were once used to justify the Nazi conquest of Europe or the spread of Communist revolution across the globe.
Heart of the Lawman
by Linda CastleThe Law Had Made A MistakeTorn from her child's arms and imprisoned as a murderess, Marydyth Hollenbeck had thought her life was over. Now fate had set her free. But what was freedom, bound to ex-lawman Flynn O'Bannion, the man she had vowed to hate for the rest of her days?Flynn had always ridden alone, until he became guardian to an angelic little girl, and knew his roaming days were over. But how would the child he considered his daughter feel when she discovered that he was the one who had sent her mother to prison for something she didn't do?
Love in Torment
by Natalie FoxMan from her pastGemma had never forgiven Felipe Santos for walking out on her without so much as a backward glance. They'd been lovers-until he'd decided that he preferred his glamorous cousin Bianca....When fate throws Gemma and Felipe together again, the hurt is still there. But so is the desire. Felipe hasn't forgotten the passion of their past affair, and he's still tormented by wanting Gemma. He wants her back-but Gemma refuses to let him play games with her mind. This time, Gemma is going to be the one calling the shots!
Into the Upside Down: The Little Guide to Stranger Things
by OHWelcome to the shadowy world of Stranger Things, where the ordinary slips into the extraordinary and secrets lurk in every corner of Hawkins, Indiana. This book is your gateway to the eerie mysteries that haunt the Upside Down, packed with chilling quotes, spine-tingling quips and unsettling facts that breathe life into this Netflix phenomenon.From Eleven's haunting "Friends don't lie" to Dustin's unforgettable "Yeah, science!", each page is steeped in the echoes of laughter and the whispers of fear that have gripped fans from the very beginning. Uncover the dark tales behind the show's creation, explore the trivia that haunts the halls of the Byers' home, and relive the pulse-pounding moments that kept you wide-eyed and breathless.Whether you're a devoted fan who can recount every chilling twist or a curious newcomer ready to step into the unknown, this book is your essential guide to the sinister charm of Hawkins. It's the perfect companion for those late-night binge-watching marathons, where shadows dance on the walls and the thrill of the unknown awaits.Stranger Things is more than just a series; it's a cultural phenomenon that has woven its way into the fabric of our imaginations, drawing us into a world filled with '80s nostalgia, supernatural terror, and the unbreakable bonds of friendship that defy all odds.So, are you prepared to venture into the darkness? Grab your copy, keep the lights on and let the eerie allure of Stranger Things pull you deeper into its haunting embrace!
Dancing in the Glory of Monsters: The Collapse of the Congo and the Great War of Africa
by Jason K. StearnsA "meticulously researched and comprehensive" (Financial Times) history of the devastating war in the heart of Africa's Congo, with first-hand accounts of the continent's worst conflict in modern times. At the heart of Africa is the Congo, a country the size of Western Europe, bordering nine other nations, that since 1996 has been wracked by a brutal war in which millions have died. In Dancing in the Glory of Monsters, renowned political activist and researcher Jason K. Stearns has written a compelling and deeply-reported narrative of how Congo became a failed state that collapsed into a war of retaliatory massacres. Stearns brilliantly describes the key perpetrators, many of whom he met personally, and highlights the nature of the political system that brought these people to power, as well as the moral decisions with which the war confronted them. Now updated with a new introduction, Dancing in the Glory of Monsters tells the full story of Africa's Great War.
AQA GCSE (9-1) Religious Studies Specification A Christianity, Islam, Judaism and the Themes UPDATED EDITION
by Jan Hayes Lesley Parry Sheila ButlerTrust the experts; let subject specialists with examining experience provide you with a comprehensive, creative and time-efficient teaching pathway through AQA Specification A updated for exams from 2026 onwards.- Enable students to build a strong core of knowledge as they progress through clear explanations of the content, engaging tasks and thought-provoking questions- Focus on the key themes of religious diversity, influence and impact with in-depth coverage of Christian, Islamic and Judaic beliefs and practices verified by faith advisors- Prepare students for assessment with skills-building activities, revision advice and practice questions tailored to the changed criteria- Cater for students of varying learning styles through a visually engaging approach that uses diagrams and artwork to enhance subject interest and understanding- Encourage students to take responsibility for their development, using student-friendly learning outcomes and quick knowledge-check questions to track their improvement
Paved with Good Intentions: A War for the Rose Throne novel (War for the Rose Throne #5)
by Peter McLeanEline is a mother, a wife, and a survivor. But her life is about to change dramatically. Following an act of horrific - if righteous - vengeance, Eline is blackmailed into the service of the Queen's Men. She knows it will be a hard life of violence and fear. But Eline will do what it takes to survive, and to protect her children . . . and if she's lucky, she won't die in the process.But the Queen's Men aren't just asking her to risk herself. They're asking her to risk everything she knows and loves. And if she fails . . . civil war and the deaths of everyone she loves will be just the beginning.A stand-alone novel set in the world of the War for the Rose Throne, perfect for fans of Joe Abercrombie and Alex Marshall, featuring an incredible and unforgettable female anti-hero.
The Vanishing Act: An unputdownable, darkly comic thriller packed with twists
by Jo Jakeman'I absolutely loved it and flew through it; the perfect combination of suspense, heart and humour!' - Laura Marshall, author of Friend Request----------Life as a missing person is absolute murder...When artist Eloise Ford hears that human remains found in an abandoned mine are believed to be those of long-missing teenager Elizabeth King, the shock sends her reeling.It can't be true. Eloise knows this for a fact because... she is Elizabeth King.Now, her carefully curated life in Cornwall is falling apart. Her husband is acting strangely, her children aren't speaking to her and she can't sell a painting for love nor money. But much more worrying are the signs that someone knows exactly who she is... and why she had to vanish thirty years ago.Eloise needs answers. Is her son's ex-girlfriend just plain annoying... or does she know something? Will the detection skills of the online 'Truth Seekers' group prove more than amateurish? What's the real story behind those village newcomers?And just how far would she go to keep her family, her friends, and her fraudulent life, safe?----------Readers love Jo Jakeman!'I couldn't put this down - such a clever, witty mystery, with great twists and a brilliant cast of characters who aren't always what they seem... I loved it!' - Nicci Cloke, author of Her Many Faces'A deliciously darkly funny thriller of the very best kind' - Fiona Cummins, author of When I Was Ten'I raced through this intriguing, twisty and darkly funny thriller!' - Roz Watkins, author of The Red House'What a cracking read! I had an absolute blast reading it 😊' - Amazon reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Humour and secrets aplenty... a fantastic read!' - Amazon reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Jo Jakeman's new books are always a cause of jubilation. I raced through this book on Christmas Day. The story was gripping... When you writing the next one, Jo?' - Amazon reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Couldn't put it down! Looking forward to seeing what Jo writes next!" - Amazon reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Jo Jakeman is something of a canny secret for those readers in the know. Join the club. Buy this book... join me in the queue for the next one.' - Amazon reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Packed with explosive twists, this captivating murder mystery will keep you reading late into the night' - Womans Own'A superb mystery with perfectly drawn characters and plenty of twists and turns' - Katy Watson, author of The Three Dahlias'Absolutely loved this witty, wicked and cleverly plotted story, with its sharply-drawn characters and skewering of privilege and class.... a classic murder mystery - and one that will keep you guessing to the very end' - Caz Frear, author of Sweet Little Lies----------Perfect for fans of Liane Moriarty, Lisa Jewell and Kristen Perrin, this clever, darkly comic thriller will keep you glued to the pages!
Fenwomen: A Portrait of Women in an English Village
by Mary Chamberlain'Full of dignity, courage and humour, and as fresh and insightful as the day it was written, FENWOMEN is a vital portrait of rural women's lives - not only as they were lived in the 1970s in one Cambridgeshire village, but in the generations before it, all over the country, and reaching forward into today's world, too' MELISSA HARRISON Mary Chamberlain's vivid social and oral history of an isolated village in the Cambridgeshire Fens was the first book ever published by Virago. Told through the voices and lives of women, whose memories span over one hundred years, it provides a unique portrait of a working-class, rural community where intermarriage was common, most inhabitants lived all their lives in the village, and until the middle of the twentieth century a single family owned almost all the land. 50th anniversary edition - now a Virago Modern Classic with a new introduction by Alexandra Harris
Reading Champion: Pink Band 1B
by Jackie WalterIntroducing the characters of Enid Blyton's Magic Faraway Tree to a young audience with these fun new adventures, especially written for children beginning to read. Each story is accompanied by colourful illustrations to engage the young reader and support the text.In this story, Moonface discovers a kitten stuck up the tree. How can he help it get down?Reading Champion is an independent reading programme carefully levelled to match book bands widely used in schools. This book is suitable for readers aged 4+ and has been levelled at book band Pink 1B.
Textile Fine Art: Conversations with Artists Creating by Hand
by Helen AdamsAs artists from across the globe have pushed the boundaries of what is considered fine art, textiles have emerged as one the most vibrant and captivating areas of contemporary art. Tapestry, embroidery, quilting and a wide array of fibre arts are taking centre stage in galleries and exhibitions worldwide.From the immersive installations of Chiharu Shiota to the photorealist denim collages of Ian Berry, via the magical realist hand-embroidery of Chiachio and Giannone and painterly stitching of Alice Kettle, this lavish volume brings together over 50 living artists all creating stunning work by hand.
Jerusalem: An Illustrated History
by Simon Sebag MontefioreJerusalem is unique: the capital of two peoples and the shrine of three faiths. A cast of extraordinary characters have played a part in the city's history, including King David, Cyrus the Great, Cleopatra, the Maccabees, Julius Caesar, Herod the Great, Queen Melisende, Saladin, Suleiman the Magnificent, Catherine the Great, Napoleon, Churchill, Ben-Gurion and Arafat.Many have claimed Jerusalem belongs only to them, but its stories belong to many. In this beautifully illustrated book, historian Simon Sebag Montefiore tells thirty of the most remarkable stories in the city's 3,000-year history. By explaining the Middle East's political, religious and ethnic divisions, from 1000 BCE to 2000, the book becomes an essential guide to understanding today's world.Based on the seminal classic Jerusalem: A Biography, and vividly brought to life by illustrators Rui Ricardo and Catherine Rowe.
Clown Town: The new thriller in the bestselling series that inspired the hit show Slow Horses (Slough House Thriller 9) (Slough House Thriller #21)
by Mick HerronThe brand new Slough House thriller from the #1 bestseller Mick Herron*Now an award-winning Apple TV+ series starring Gary Oldman, Kristin Scott Thomas and Jack Lowden*----'Mick Herron is our best and most topical spy writer' Ian Rankin'Britain's finest living thriller writer' Sunday Express'The man is a genius' The Spectator----Spies lie. They betray. It's what they do.Slow horse River Cartwright is waiting to be passed fit for work. With time to kill, and with his grandfather - a legendary former spy - long dead, River investigates the secrets of the old man's library, and a mysteriously missing book.Regent's Park's First Desk, Diana Taverner, doesn't appreciate threats. So when those involved in a covert operation during the height of the Troubles threaten to expose the ugly side of state security, Taverner turns blackmail into opportunity.Over at Slough House, the repository for failed spies, Catherine Standish just wants everyone to play nice. But as far as Jackson Lamb is concerned, the slow horses should all be at their desks.Because when Taverner starts plotting mischief people get hurt, and Lamb has no plans to send in the clowns. On the other hand, if the clowns ignore his instructions and fool around, any harm that befalls them is hardly his fault.But they're his clowns. And if they don't all come home, there'll be a reckoning.Available to pre-order now!
Homeward Bound: The joy of nature and my life outdoors
by Hamza Yassin'He is delight and joy personified' - MARIAN KEYES'Set to become BBC's next David Attenborough' - DAILY MAIL'Brings a little bit of joy to us all' - GUARDIANHamza has always loved the outdoors.Hamza Yassin loves being outdoors in nature. As a child who struggled with dyslexia at school, he always longed to be in the world outside the classroom. Thankfully, due to a forward-thinking teacher who encouraged him to run outside before a lesson, Hamza embraced his love of nature from an early age. There he discovered that his dyslexia allowed him to see the world in a special way.Homeward Bound tells the story of Hamza's fascination with the outdoors. From learning to ring birds in Wales to chasing orca in Scotland - Hamza explores wildlife across the British Isles and delights in the hidden life that is found there. Throughout his journey, he shows us the wonder of wildlife and how mother nature is a home for us all. Packed with charming personal stories, including life in the Scottish Highlands, and his adventures as a wildlife cameraman - Hamza shares the joy of nature and shows us how it has made him who he is today.
Words for Life: To Boost Every Day of the Year
by Susie DentWhatever you need, Susie Dent has a word for it. Do you know the name for someone who loves reading in bed, or what a binfluencer does? How about the medieval invention of Lubberland as a place for lazy teenagers, or the story of Mayday as a request for help? Lexicographer extraordinaire and Queen of Countdown's Dictionary Corner, Susie Dent does and here are her greatest discoveries.From wabbit to dust bunnies, and from the strange history of arse to the best ways to describe moonlight, Words for Life offers a full year's supply of verbal vitamins guaranteed to brighten and boost every day. Here you will learn of the Mother-in-Law's Dream as well as the Yuleshard, and discover expressions that can fix (or at least nail) the problems of modern life, whether dealing with unrequited love or unsatisfactory politicians, eating a whole packet of biscuits or forgetting someone's name.From starting January 1 with your best foot forward (qualtagh) to leaping happily into the unknown (with a drink in your hand) on 31 December, here is the perfect guide to ensure your best year yet - and 365 words you'll want to keep for life.
Think Like a Stoic: The Ancient Path to a Life Well Lived
by Ken MogiIn a world overflowing with abundance and information, the calm and clarity of stoicism has never been more necessary. In this new book, bestselling author Ken Mogi explores the ancient Greek philosophy as well as its resonance with other cultures around the world, not least his own Japanese perspective. The result is a new version of stoicism that is practical, global, future-proof and, above all, optimistic.With his expertise as a neuroscientist, Mogi uncovers the cognitive foundations of the resilience that is so central to stoicism. Rooted in science, he finds in stoicism robust coping strategies for the challenges of modern life, and ways to balance self-discipline with enjoying life's pleasures.But stoicism is also a mindset that uniquely equips us to handle the future, from global challenges such as the climate emergency to the rise and rise of AI. Thinking like a stoic, he argues, can offer us not just a path for personal growth and wisdom, but the key to the future of humanity.
Delicious Air Fryer by Mob: 100 easy, healthy, tasty recipes
by MobTHE FOODIE AIR FRYER REVOLUTION HAS BEGUN - and this book is the place to start.Air fryer food doesn't have to be beige and the team at Mob, the hugely popular cooking community who want you to enjoy great tasting food, are here to prove it.Say goodbye to expensive meal kits and discover 100 delicious and fresh recipes that are cheap, quick, and make the most of your ingredients - perfect for your everyday midweek meals.Revitalise your home cooking with: ✔ Chicken Lemongrass Meatballs with Peanut Sauce ✔ Curried-Stuffed Aubergine with Lime Pickle Yogurt ✔ Halloumi Latkes with Poached Egg and Sauerkraut ✔ Korma Paneer with Golden Rice ✔ Char Siu Glazed Pork Bowl ✔ Miso Cod with Cucumber and Seaweed Salad ✔ Sticky Sumac Lamb KofteWith beautiful finished-dish photos throughout and easy chapter headings to help you find your starting ingredient for every meal, dinner is about to get a LOT more delicious.The best bit? Box up your leftovers, take them to work tomorrow and that's lunch transformed too! No waste packaging, no big bills from convenience food, and a major flavour punch in every recipe. This is air fryer cooking, made delicious, by Mob.'Packed with some of my favourite healthy, speedy midweek meals, all cooked in the air fryer with a Mob "twist". These easy, tasty recipes prove you don't need hours in the kitchen to eat well. Whether you're juggling a busy schedule or just can't be bothered with loads of washing up (same), this book has got you. Colourful, fresh, minimal faff and very delicious! ' - Jodie Nixon, Mob recipe creator.
Her Boss by Arrangement
by Teresa CarpenterResisting Mr. Off-Limits! Owner of Obsidian Studios Garrett Black may be scarred both inside and out, but with the Hollywood Hills Film Festival fast approaching, there's no time for distractions. Especially not those as tempting as event coordinator Tori Randall.... Who cares if he's gorgeous? Tori's frustrated by this brooding CEO's aloof attitude and near-impossible demands. Even if Garrett wasn't her boss, she'd never risk her heart to another emotionally closed man. Normally she'd run in the opposite direction...so why does she feel so compelled to stay?
The Golden Ball: A Short Story
by Agatha ChristiePreviously published in the print anthology The Golden Ball and Other Stories.George Dundas has been disowned by his wealthy uncle for refusing to work hard. As he contemplates his fate, socialite Mary Montresor passes by in her car. She takes him off to the country and proposes marriage. They stop to investigate a pretty country house, and a maid opens the door to them. Mary picks a name at random and asks if the house belongs to Mrs. Pardonstenger. Amazingly, the maid leads them inside, where they encounter a very dangerous situation ...
Empowerment through Witchcraft: A Wiccan Guide for the Magickal Practitioner
by Linda MurphyEmbrace the Power of the Witch to Transform Your Life Extensive and thought-provoking, Empowerment though Witchcraft is for witches like you who seek to go beyond the basics and use their skills to elevate their spiritual practice for inner growth and enlightenment. Featuring more than thirty spells, rituals, and meditations, this book helps you awaken to your true purpose and live a fully conscious life in alignment with your will.Linda Murphy, PhD builds upon the traditional tools of the witch to revitalize your Craft, celebrating the sacred Wheel of the Year with a focus on inner and outer mastery. You will learn to connect more deeply with the ebb and flow of nature, draw down the sun, moon, and stars in all their phases, attune with familiars, and invoke the deity within. By exploring these great mysteries of witchcraft, you will grow into your most powerful self.Includes a foreword by Cynthia Katharine Lee, MA, founder of the Mystical Order of the White Rose