Essential Wicca

by Estelle Daniels, Estelle Daniels

What is Wicca? A modern version of the original pre-Christian, European religious tradition, Wicca focuses on nature and fertility, and embraces learning, equality, and community. In this comprehensive work, Paul Tuitéan and Estelle Daniels describe the traditions and practices of both the Wiccan coven and the individual practitioner,

Beliefs and values Wiccans hold in common, and describes festivals, gatherings, holy days, and rites of passage.

How and why to start a coven, select members, create circles, and step-by-step instructions for rituals.

An illustrated glossary of more than 200 Wiccan and metaphysical terms.

The breadth of information in ESSENTIAL WICCA makes this an ideal book for the novice; the depth of detail makes it invaluable to the seasoned practitioner.

Genres: Wicca, Nonfiction, Witchcraft, Paganism

350 pages, Paperback

First published August 1, 2001

Reviews

[Edith · Rating 3 out of 5]

I have to confess I didn't read the entire book, but I used a few of the rituals in circles with other people, and they didn't go over well. People generally seem to prefer it when you create and perform a ritual "from scratch" - one or two people come up with the idea, create the ritual, and perform it with the group. This could be good as a "recipe book" if you want ideas to spark inspiration, but doing the rituals as written didn't work for the group. You may have different results with your group, or if you want to try these rituals on your own.

Other than that caveat, it's a good resource.

[Jennifer Lee · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book has some great information in an easy-to-access format, however some of the topics are a little watered down.

[Wendyrose89]

So far I think this book is awesome! I just wish I had read it first!