Advanced Celtic Shamanism

by D.J. Conway

Endeavouring to ensure Celtic shamanism takes its place among the spiritual practices that enrich our lives, the author discusses such topics as the path of the healer, the path of the bard, the path of the spiritual warrior and the way of the mystic.

Genres: Witchcraft, Occult, Paganism, Spirituality, Nonfiction

350 pages, Paperback

First published September 30, 2000

About the author

A native of the Pacific Northwest, author D.J. Conway has studied the occult fields for over 35 years. Her quest for knowledge has covered every aspect of Paganism and Wicca to New Age and Eastern philosophies; plus history, the magical arts, philosophy, customs, mythologies and folklore. In 1998, she was voted Best Wiccan and New Age author by Silver Chalice, a Pagan magazine.

She lives a rather quiet life, with most of her time spent researching and writing.

Reviews

[Auds G. · Rating 3 out of 5]

The book is well written. However, I’ve read many Wicca 101 books and much of that information is repeated here. There was more information in this book about Celtic gods and goddesses, myths, and traditions that I did appreciate. But I felt it lacking on Shamanism. Besides the handful of guided meditations, there wasn’t much hinting at shamanism. There was a lot of generic self help advice like exercise daily and eat right. I felt like that was a bunch of filler. The book in my opinion just felt lacking of substance. Maybe that’s because I’ve already read a ton on Wicca and didn’t find much new information here. Perhaps if you haven’t read much in that area or on shamanism or if you don’t already have a background in meditation or yoga then you might find this book helpful.

[Mark Woodland · Rating 5 out of 5]

I found more material on ancient Celtic/Irish rituals and shamanic paths, along with a comprehensive understanding of the whole than in any other six books on similar subject matter that I own, combined.

[Brooke · Rating 4 out of 5]

The information is very succinct. I appreciate the section for pronunciation of gods and goddesses at the end. The meditations are invaluable. I believe that it is termed "advanced" because of these meditations.

[Scott Enerson · Rating 5 out of 5]

the 4 paths are for everyone

[Terra Bosart · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoy most of D.J. Conway's books, but this is my favorite so far. It is detailed and informative, and allows you to easily make your own opinion, without pushing you one way or another.

[Holly · Rating 3 out of 5]

I remember it it as a goodish book on the topic.

[Mark Woodland · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is one of the most comprehensive books on ancient Celtic practices & shamanism that I've read. Highly recommended.