Earth Works: Ceremonies in Tower Time

by H. Byron Ballard

"Earthwork" is a word used to describe a constructed bank of dirt, often raised in ancient cultures as a means of defense. Earth Works is a book of essays and rituals for a time of deep cultural change, a shift that author Byron Ballard calls "Tower Time." The first part of the book explores scenarios in these chaotic times and suggests possible reframing to understand the historic underpinnings and the long-term effects on both the planet and its inhabitants. The second part of the book--called Berms--consists of tried-and-true rituals and ceremonies for communities, small groups and individuals to improve resilience and face inevitable change with courage, consideration and humor. Ballard has decades of ritual experience and brings that understanding to the practical and esoteric considerations of making ceremony both personal and powerful. You will find ideas here and inspiration--and something like hope.

Genres: Paganism, Witchcraft, Spirituality

268 pages, Paperback

Published May 1, 2018

Reviews

[Christine Ashworth]

I have finally found the book to guide me through the upheaval in our world today. Byron's calm voice and grounded wisdom have shown me that there ARE things I can do to affect the community I live in, which gives me hope. Get this book. Read it. Share it. Buy it for your loved ones. Discuss it. Hold circle, or at the least go to your prayer spot that maybe you've nelected recently. Read with an open mind and an open heart. I guarantee you will learn what it is that YOU can do during these Tower times.

[Angie Kunschmann]

Fantastic! Lots of great words of wisdom in dealing with the challenges of the current social and political environments in the US. I will have to read again just to highlight all of the things I want to look at in the future when I get aggravated, stressed, or overwhelmed.

[Kristy Marquez]

This was an excellent body of work that provides you with rituals, prayers, and guides through all that is going on in this world. It digs down into what we need to ground and survive these Tower Times.

[Rhiannon Futch]

Love, love, love