Witch Crafting: A Spiritual Guide to Making Magic
Published on the heels of her enthralling memoir,Book of Shadows,Phyllis  Curott's second exploration of Wiccan magic,Witch Crafting, delves  deeper into the spiritual beliefs and practices of the fastest-growing religion  in America. Rather than provide a mechanical course on becoming a witch, Curott  wanted to "create an inspiring primer on how to live an empowered, divinely  guided, magical life," exploring both the hows and the whys of witchcraft. This  substantial volume introduces new practitioners to the techniques and tools of  witchcraft, and explains why certain rituals are undertaken. For the experienced  practitioner,Witch Craftingencourages deeper spiritual exploration and  offers extensive theological discussions about Wiccan practices, past, present,  and future. Chapters titled "Divination," "Nature," "Sacred Space," "Witchcraft  Without Rules," "Solitary Practice," and "Groups and Covens" are designed to  help skilled and new practitioners alike study and perform contemporary acts of  magic while examining and developing their own emotions and spiritual beliefs.  This is no book of magic potions (although it does supply specific spells and  rituals); it's a serious resource for those serious about the fascinating  tradition of Wicca. (Ages 14 and older)--Emilie Coulter--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.