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Traditional Witchcraft: A Cornish Book of Ways
Gemma Gary explores modern approaches to ancient practices of witches, charmers, and conjurers of the 18th and 19th centuries. The practices described within this book are rooted in the traditional witchcraft of multiple British streams, making its charms and spells adaptable for practitioners in any land. Topics include fairy faith, the underworld, the Bucca, places of power, magical tools, and more.
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First published October 1, 2008
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January 10, 2012
Traditional Witchcraft and Cornish Witch craft are becoming increasingly popular these days. Thank goodness we have writers like Gemma Gary writing books to help guide the interested seeker in learning about these traditions. Cunning craft really is an evolving craft. Witchcraft is one that constantly changes and is able to meet the needs of the modern day. Each cunning person or crafter will practice there craft differently. When examining the craft you will notice regional variations as well. In a nutshell no two practioners practice the craft in the same way. Cunning craft can be learned by the ore traditional avenue of an apprentice teacher , which is most likely the best way . But for the sincere student there are other avenues like books and even the spirits of the land teaching the student.
Cornsih witchcraft differs sharply from Wicca in many ways. For one there is more emphasis on the Bucca or the horned god who has in reality two or three aspects pending on how you look at it. The Bucca Gwiddyn who is called the light Bucca or life bringer is responsible for regeneration and birth. He is active during the spring months, summer months and part of fall up until what we know as Samhain. From Samhain through the winter months the black Bucca or Bucca Dhu is in charge. He is responsible for death, sleep, hibernation and taking away things that are old. He is often compared to or has correspondences with the Devil and Odin and his wild hunt who escort the souls of the dead to the underworld. In the commplete phase there is the complete Bucca who is androgynous with characteristics of both male and female. He encompasses all.
Faeries are considered shades of the dead. There has been a lot of questions about faeries. They can be helpful like the brownie but if disrespected they will leave or play tricks on you. Spriggans guard treasures while knocker protect miners working in the mines.
Cornish magic is about results which is different from modern neo pagan spirituality which focuses on spiritual growth and religious concerns. The Cunning person often dealt with charms for curing or preventing sickness, gaining wealth or crop blessing, cursing and protecting from curses. People would come to the cunning person's cottage in the spring to have charms renewed. Often times the chyarms were sigils, sewn bags and herbs.
Being in nature is a big and important part of the craft. Walking though nature and gathering up energy from teh Red Serpent is a big part of the craft. THe best places to gether this energy or sprawl from places like streams, caves, wells and other power places up to and including graveyards.
Teh book is an excellent intro into teh cunning craft. It lists the tools and the furry nights o0r celebrations. While they correspond with Wiccan holidays they have a rather different name. The author gives directrions on dedications to teh Bucca and how to make differnt recipes and listsd the tools. Great book to get started with.
Cornsih witchcraft differs sharply from Wicca in many ways. For one there is more emphasis on the Bucca or the horned god who has in reality two or three aspects pending on how you look at it. The Bucca Gwiddyn who is called the light Bucca or life bringer is responsible for regeneration and birth. He is active during the spring months, summer months and part of fall up until what we know as Samhain. From Samhain through the winter months the black Bucca or Bucca Dhu is in charge. He is responsible for death, sleep, hibernation and taking away things that are old. He is often compared to or has correspondences with the Devil and Odin and his wild hunt who escort the souls of the dead to the underworld. In the commplete phase there is the complete Bucca who is androgynous with characteristics of both male and female. He encompasses all.
Faeries are considered shades of the dead. There has been a lot of questions about faeries. They can be helpful like the brownie but if disrespected they will leave or play tricks on you. Spriggans guard treasures while knocker protect miners working in the mines.
Cornish magic is about results which is different from modern neo pagan spirituality which focuses on spiritual growth and religious concerns. The Cunning person often dealt with charms for curing or preventing sickness, gaining wealth or crop blessing, cursing and protecting from curses. People would come to the cunning person's cottage in the spring to have charms renewed. Often times the chyarms were sigils, sewn bags and herbs.
Being in nature is a big and important part of the craft. Walking though nature and gathering up energy from teh Red Serpent is a big part of the craft. THe best places to gether this energy or sprawl from places like streams, caves, wells and other power places up to and including graveyards.
Teh book is an excellent intro into teh cunning craft. It lists the tools and the furry nights o0r celebrations. While they correspond with Wiccan holidays they have a rather different name. The author gives directrions on dedications to teh Bucca and how to make differnt recipes and listsd the tools. Great book to get started with.
August 22, 2016
It's a good starting point for new students wishing to keep distance from sugar-coated New Age, yet it is very specific to Cornwall and that makes it difficult to be of great use to those who don't aspire to Cornish Witchraft. Also I have perceived that she draws more new-agey elements than she would like to admit.
Anyway, it happens to be a very interesting book if you just try to get insight on general Traditional Witchcraft and if you're looking for knowledge on Cornish magical practices especifically, it is great. And for those who, like me, aren't native to English language, it's a mostly easy read.
Anyway, it happens to be a very interesting book if you just try to get insight on general Traditional Witchcraft and if you're looking for knowledge on Cornish magical practices especifically, it is great. And for those who, like me, aren't native to English language, it's a mostly easy read.
September 22, 2013
I was lent this book by a Satanist friend of mine and was unsure what to expect. I live in South West England (North Devon, close to the border of Cornwall) so really related to the descriptions of land worship and the raising of magickal energy from the land (the serpents breath and the vital spirit force of nature known as sprowl.) Also the descriptions of Bucca Gwidder (good weather) and Bucca Dhu (stormy weather) - the horned deity who has similarities to Baphomet, Herne, Cernunnos and many others too.I have a soft spot for the horned ones so lapped this book up. I'm not sure how historically based the book is and how much is just made up but in some respects this is the Cunning Way anyway.
Technically, the book is well written and well structured and leads you into practical work you can actually do and then points you towards initiatory roads. The author comes across as committed, enthusiastic, humorous and serious all at the right points in the text.
It's certainly opened my eyes to a more localised form of witchcraft where I live - there's quite a lot of wicca-bashing in the book but this is just sectarian squabbling. Recommended for anyone who is interested in localised, land based magick.
I look forward to reading Gemma Gary's other books!
Technically, the book is well written and well structured and leads you into practical work you can actually do and then points you towards initiatory roads. The author comes across as committed, enthusiastic, humorous and serious all at the right points in the text.
It's certainly opened my eyes to a more localised form of witchcraft where I live - there's quite a lot of wicca-bashing in the book but this is just sectarian squabbling. Recommended for anyone who is interested in localised, land based magick.
I look forward to reading Gemma Gary's other books!
September 12, 2020
An interesting read but was hoping for more information regarding the history of witchcraft in Cornwall rather than ways to practice this type of witchcraft. If that's what you are looking for though it's a good starter.
November 13, 2019
Traditional Witchcraft, what can i say, all types of witchcraft are traditional. The author blends cornish folk magic a touch of christianity and druidism in to a working solitary path of the professional village witch.
I was expecting to learn something new, different approach to witchcraft, but when it all boils down, its wicca. The bucca with its light and dark sides is just the god of wicca and the mythology is the same as the holly king and oak king. The goddess is earth, mother nature and the moon. Treading the mill, Laying the compass is just the casting a circle and raising a cone of power. The familiars are just the guardians of the quarters.
The issue i have with "traditional witchcraft" is the shade thrown at wicca like its something new or darker and while the author has practiced in wiccan covens and marked them as beautiful traditions i couldn't help feeling that wiccans were viewed as the "other/inferior", when practices did not differ much.
What the book did well was the spells but do we need another spell book? Talking about cursing was good but wiccans can and do practice the rede is a non wiccan material fyi. I especially loved the parts about the spirits of place/places of power and the lore around being a cunning person. Gemma gary shows how one can adapt their practice to the local lore around ones area, how ones heritage and the essence of a place can be integrated into your own mythology and spiritual path. There is a deep connection to the earth within this book mixed with a push to do craft "Your way". not to mention the hard back version looks magical on a book shelf! I also really liked the elements of the red serpent, gathering sprawl (magical energy from the earth) and working with the Fae/underworld (necromancy).
overall i liked the book but it was just like reading something I've read before, nothing all that new which is the problem with pagan publishing. The books strength is how it blends witchcraft and druidism with a love nature. Gemma has published this book her self with her own printing press she set up under the name Troy Books and works as a professional witch, she is a role model for our community and when i say our community i mean wiccan, magical, druid, pagan. ALL WITCHCRAFT IS TRADITIONAL WITCHCRAFT.
I was expecting to learn something new, different approach to witchcraft, but when it all boils down, its wicca. The bucca with its light and dark sides is just the god of wicca and the mythology is the same as the holly king and oak king. The goddess is earth, mother nature and the moon. Treading the mill, Laying the compass is just the casting a circle and raising a cone of power. The familiars are just the guardians of the quarters.
The issue i have with "traditional witchcraft" is the shade thrown at wicca like its something new or darker and while the author has practiced in wiccan covens and marked them as beautiful traditions i couldn't help feeling that wiccans were viewed as the "other/inferior", when practices did not differ much.
What the book did well was the spells but do we need another spell book? Talking about cursing was good but wiccans can and do practice the rede is a non wiccan material fyi. I especially loved the parts about the spirits of place/places of power and the lore around being a cunning person. Gemma gary shows how one can adapt their practice to the local lore around ones area, how ones heritage and the essence of a place can be integrated into your own mythology and spiritual path. There is a deep connection to the earth within this book mixed with a push to do craft "Your way". not to mention the hard back version looks magical on a book shelf! I also really liked the elements of the red serpent, gathering sprawl (magical energy from the earth) and working with the Fae/underworld (necromancy).
overall i liked the book but it was just like reading something I've read before, nothing all that new which is the problem with pagan publishing. The books strength is how it blends witchcraft and druidism with a love nature. Gemma has published this book her self with her own printing press she set up under the name Troy Books and works as a professional witch, she is a role model for our community and when i say our community i mean wiccan, magical, druid, pagan. ALL WITCHCRAFT IS TRADITIONAL WITCHCRAFT.
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January 19, 2021
Interesting subject, poorly written and edited.
The editor should have handed the author a thesaurus. The descriptive words "serpent-like" & "serpentine" appear SEVENTEEN times in rapid succession (under 3 pages). It's like this page after page after page after page. Undulating, twisting, curving, snaking, writhing- so many wonderful words that could have been used instead, but no.
In the chapter on The Bucca at least one sentence is missing entire words-"here are embodied within the staff the three feminine principles of water, earth and." And what?
This book doesn't contain anything that isn't easily available for free online, except the rambling preface, which itself is 31 whopping pages long, yet manages to say very little! Do yourself a favor save your money and just do your own research online.
The editor should have handed the author a thesaurus. The descriptive words "serpent-like" & "serpentine" appear SEVENTEEN times in rapid succession (under 3 pages). It's like this page after page after page after page. Undulating, twisting, curving, snaking, writhing- so many wonderful words that could have been used instead, but no.
In the chapter on The Bucca at least one sentence is missing entire words-"here are embodied within the staff the three feminine principles of water, earth and." And what?
This book doesn't contain anything that isn't easily available for free online, except the rambling preface, which itself is 31 whopping pages long, yet manages to say very little! Do yourself a favor save your money and just do your own research online.
October 2, 2013
If your looking for some historical Cornish ways then here is your book.
Gemma is a practicing pellar like myself and has pushed the envelope merging our old ways with some new. Well worth getting all her books for sure.
Gemma is a practicing pellar like myself and has pushed the envelope merging our old ways with some new. Well worth getting all her books for sure.
May 27, 2014
Best book on REAL Witchcraft out there. Ms.Gary does not mince words and does not fall victim to Sugar-coating the subject to appease those that can't get beyond the New Age trap of crystals and rainbow fairies.
August 14, 2025
I’m currently reading this book 10 pages a day before bed. The last work of gemma gary i read left me less then impressed, so i’m curious and hopefull this will be better, but also a bit anxious and hesitant i will face the same obstacles. Here’s to hoping!
I’m missing the sources at the points where they matter most. What do you mean drum sticks are made from human arm bones, why? And how do you get them? What makes them special? Ellaborate? Why move away so fast after saying things that wild.
Why do fossils of sea urchins provide protection from lightening? It is too specific to not ellaborate
After taking a short hiatus I’ve continued with my hopes of finishing the book. My biggest obstacle lays currently with the trade; it raises a lot of questions for me, like; is it traditional Cornish witchcraft if you use plants and oils not from your land? If a lot of the information had blatant roots in other cultures and no way of taking place on uk soil? Are you telling me the dracaena plants of with dragons blood is made; grows natively in the united kingdom and is not an inherently tropical plant and could never grow outside in the uk weather?
It is small errors like this which make me believe the traditional part of the book is more fiction and colonisation based then based on actual traditions of worshipping your land. What is the special connection of trying to worship your own native roots when you use plants that could never grow there? The author continues using practices without explaining what they do; what is the use of the squares? what meaning do the numbers have? The inconsistency in narration of practises and most of all the inconsistencies in explanation in a book which ends with a chapter of initiation and thereby is supposed to be a guid is frustrating at the least and after careful consideration made me DNF this book. I’m sorry to day it, bc my partner went all the way to England to buy these books for me, but alas, gemma gary’s books just are not for me.
I’m missing the sources at the points where they matter most. What do you mean drum sticks are made from human arm bones, why? And how do you get them? What makes them special? Ellaborate? Why move away so fast after saying things that wild.
Why do fossils of sea urchins provide protection from lightening? It is too specific to not ellaborate
After taking a short hiatus I’ve continued with my hopes of finishing the book. My biggest obstacle lays currently with the trade; it raises a lot of questions for me, like; is it traditional Cornish witchcraft if you use plants and oils not from your land? If a lot of the information had blatant roots in other cultures and no way of taking place on uk soil? Are you telling me the dracaena plants of with dragons blood is made; grows natively in the united kingdom and is not an inherently tropical plant and could never grow outside in the uk weather?
It is small errors like this which make me believe the traditional part of the book is more fiction and colonisation based then based on actual traditions of worshipping your land. What is the special connection of trying to worship your own native roots when you use plants that could never grow there? The author continues using practices without explaining what they do; what is the use of the squares? what meaning do the numbers have? The inconsistency in narration of practises and most of all the inconsistencies in explanation in a book which ends with a chapter of initiation and thereby is supposed to be a guid is frustrating at the least and after careful consideration made me DNF this book. I’m sorry to day it, bc my partner went all the way to England to buy these books for me, but alas, gemma gary’s books just are not for me.
February 20, 2019
A thorough and interesting read.
The author has a clear style and succeeds in communicating the depth and intricacies of traditional witchcraft in both theory and practice.
It is more of an exemplar than a 'pick up and go' manual, since its material is so rooted in the specific folklore and landscape of Cornwall, and this is no bad thing; indeed, I would have been disappointed had it been otherwise.
The author has a clear style and succeeds in communicating the depth and intricacies of traditional witchcraft in both theory and practice.
It is more of an exemplar than a 'pick up and go' manual, since its material is so rooted in the specific folklore and landscape of Cornwall, and this is no bad thing; indeed, I would have been disappointed had it been otherwise.
May 27, 2021
Traditional Witchcraft A Cornish Book Of Ways was an intimate dive into Gemma Gary's practice, alongside the witchcraft and ancient lore of Cornwall. Offering much more than a witchcraft 101 vibe, and for this, I'm grateful. Within, we're invited into the history, myth and reasoning behind their traditions. Rites and tools of the craft are discussed in-depth, along with their uses. Thankfully, sharing reasons why rather than a simple, this is the way. While the book focuses intently on its region, much of what's discussed feels adaptable when realigning it to others. It's for these reasons I can see why the book is well regarded by those recommending it, and I would do the same.
Within the pages lies continuous encouragement to connect with the land, including a beautifully immersive exploration of the serpent path, examination of the witches compass and the six ways, tools of the cunning and a dive into Bucca, all of which remain standout chapters. Living in England and being acquainted with Cornwall, naturally, I felt a familiarity with many of the ingredients, landscape and places of power.
There were a few aspects where the book felt less accessible to me. Predominately, rites where a differently-abled body simply couldn't fulfil them. Accessibility and adaptability aren't something I commonly see discussed in my witchcraft reads. I suppose I'm curious to hear from authors, especially in traditional or other structured crafts. Is this something they've thought about, especially when legitimacy is being discussed? This and comments on curing ills always catch my attention, as I expect them to. I'm not suggesting everyone needs to broach this and acknowledge this book mostly remains a personal expression of Gemma's craft throughout.
Overall, I was transported into this book, coming away inspired to continue with my personal tool creations and considering incorporation of some of ritual aspects shared. Personally, I'm not one for titles. However, if you are and don't consider yourself a traditional practitioner, I wouldn't let this stop you from picking this up.
If goodreads allowed for half stars, I’d have actually given this a 4.5. As always, reading is subjective. The best way remains to read it for yourself.
Within the pages lies continuous encouragement to connect with the land, including a beautifully immersive exploration of the serpent path, examination of the witches compass and the six ways, tools of the cunning and a dive into Bucca, all of which remain standout chapters. Living in England and being acquainted with Cornwall, naturally, I felt a familiarity with many of the ingredients, landscape and places of power.
There were a few aspects where the book felt less accessible to me. Predominately, rites where a differently-abled body simply couldn't fulfil them. Accessibility and adaptability aren't something I commonly see discussed in my witchcraft reads. I suppose I'm curious to hear from authors, especially in traditional or other structured crafts. Is this something they've thought about, especially when legitimacy is being discussed? This and comments on curing ills always catch my attention, as I expect them to. I'm not suggesting everyone needs to broach this and acknowledge this book mostly remains a personal expression of Gemma's craft throughout.
Overall, I was transported into this book, coming away inspired to continue with my personal tool creations and considering incorporation of some of ritual aspects shared. Personally, I'm not one for titles. However, if you are and don't consider yourself a traditional practitioner, I wouldn't let this stop you from picking this up.
If goodreads allowed for half stars, I’d have actually given this a 4.5. As always, reading is subjective. The best way remains to read it for yourself.
September 27, 2024
The magic of Cornwall, with its charmers, cunning folk, and unique spirits, is brought to life in Traditional Witchcraft: A Cornish Book of Ways. Gemma Gary captures the essence of this fascinating tradition by weaving together historical research, folklore, and contemporary practice into a work that feels both deeply authentic and richly layered. Unlike many modern interpretations of witchcraft, this book honors the roots of a specific regional path, making it a standout among resources on British folk magic.
Rather than crafting a generic system from fragments, Gary builds her work around the lore of Cornwall itself, drawing on materials recorded by 18th and 19th-century collectors alongside the lived experiences of present-day practitioners. The result is a text that feels alive, pulsating with the power of local landscapes and the spirits that inhabit them. Her treatment of Cornish witchcraft is thorough and respectful, offering readers an intimate look into the techniques, beliefs, and practices of a path shaped by the rugged coastal environment and its long-standing traditions.
The presence of the Bucca—a central spirit figure in Cornish folklore—is explored in great depth, adding nuance and texture to the book’s exploration of place-based spirits. Gary’s descriptions of seasonal rites, village magic, and sacred sites are complemented by practical advice on how to engage with these forces today. Her work is filled with rare insights into the tools, symbols, and rituals of the cunning folk, many of which are unique to this particular region.
Rather than crafting a generic system from fragments, Gary builds her work around the lore of Cornwall itself, drawing on materials recorded by 18th and 19th-century collectors alongside the lived experiences of present-day practitioners. The result is a text that feels alive, pulsating with the power of local landscapes and the spirits that inhabit them. Her treatment of Cornish witchcraft is thorough and respectful, offering readers an intimate look into the techniques, beliefs, and practices of a path shaped by the rugged coastal environment and its long-standing traditions.
The presence of the Bucca—a central spirit figure in Cornish folklore—is explored in great depth, adding nuance and texture to the book’s exploration of place-based spirits. Gary’s descriptions of seasonal rites, village magic, and sacred sites are complemented by practical advice on how to engage with these forces today. Her work is filled with rare insights into the tools, symbols, and rituals of the cunning folk, many of which are unique to this particular region.
July 20, 2025
This book is a great introduction or clarification of non-Wiccan witchcraft as it was practised in Cornwall. This is no manual, but rather a deep drawing up into modern times of some of the ancient practices of lore and magic practised by the so-called white witches, charmers, conjurers and pellars of the Cornish villages. From this book, you will learn who piskies, knockers, and spriggans are; Bucca Gwidder or Bucca Dhu; which abilities trees have and how they can be used in magic; what the cunning path is and who the two most famous Cornish witches are, Granny Boswell and Tammy Blee. There are plenty of photos and illustrations from the author as well, even though not of the best quality. I highly recommend this fascinating book to everyone interested in folklore, Wiccan and neo-paganism (even though I do not belong to any of those religions myself).
February 27, 2023
This book is excellent for people wanting to dive into folk witchcraft, especially of the Cornish variety. I have been reconnecting with my ancestry that largely comes from Cornwall and Devon, and this book really delves into the folk history and beliefs of that area. Gary's writing style is easy to understand and shows that her knowledge and connection to the Craft run deep! Highly recommend for those wanting to get a more advanced look into Cornish witchcraft and how to incorporate it into your Craft.
May 31, 2022
A great book if you're looking to get into Cornish folk magic specifically; less great if you're looking for general historical information on one flavour of English folk magic, as I was. I must question the historicity of much of this book, as the author doesn't offer any sources, but then again, folk magic is typically unrecorded anyway, so as a practitioner, if it sounds good, it's worth doing.
July 8, 2022
Sicuramente molto interessante anche se ho trovato alcuni passi scritti in modo un po' complicato. Descrive per filo e per segno i riti della tradizione e il folklore cornico, quindi se è qualcosa che vi interessa ve lo consiglio. Personalmente ho amato la carrellata di foto storiche e degli oggetti rituali dell'autrice, così come le varie invocazioni, molto poetiche.
February 11, 2021
Even though it's specific to Cornwall, this book is inspirational and helpful for wherever you practice your craft. A great eye opener on a few things and will definitely be a book I return to for direction.
November 18, 2018
It's good, not your normal fluffy wicca, imformative
October 30, 2020
I definitely recommend this as a starting point! Well written, informative and accessible (not to long and very concise). Pictures are scattered thoroughout that highlight particular points/tools/aspects which is very nice! I enjoyed the copy from the library so much I'm going to get my own.
April 25, 2021
Fantastic and very insightful book about Cornish folk magick!
December 2, 2021
Really insightful. Very interesting.
February 4, 2023
I got the black edition well worth it very beautiful book. Gemma Gary's writing is poetic and informiive and shows you how it's done but let's the seeker experience it without giving you everything
July 10, 2023
Great detail if you have “the gift”. Good explanations and very linked to nature
January 2, 2025
amazing introspection into cornish ritual.
fascinating read
fascinating read
June 9, 2025
As a witch, I absolutely loved this book. I loved the old folk based spells and rituals gives a good insight into old Cornish craft and very well written. I enjoy Gemma Gary’s work.
February 24, 2017
My greatest disappointment is that this book is no longer available in hard cover because I desperately need a second copy as I feel the soft cover version is going to be well-thumbed.
As with many of my other favourite books, this book concerns Traditional Witchcraft and like the books of Nigel Pearson, it is easy to read and the instructions within are approachable and make a lot of sense.
I can barely express how much I enjoyed this book, it is so complete and in-depth and riveting to read. The author gives a history and details on a wealth of folk lore traditions before offering her own rites and charms so the reader has something viable to work with instead of being told to burn a candle at midnight of a certain colour under a certain moon phase with no explanation as to why as many craft books tend to. In effect she treats the seeker with respect.
I can not recommend this enough!
As with many of my other favourite books, this book concerns Traditional Witchcraft and like the books of Nigel Pearson, it is easy to read and the instructions within are approachable and make a lot of sense.
I can barely express how much I enjoyed this book, it is so complete and in-depth and riveting to read. The author gives a history and details on a wealth of folk lore traditions before offering her own rites and charms so the reader has something viable to work with instead of being told to burn a candle at midnight of a certain colour under a certain moon phase with no explanation as to why as many craft books tend to. In effect she treats the seeker with respect.
I can not recommend this enough!
October 1, 2025
Clear and personally gripping.
October 2, 2013
If your looking for some historical Cornish ways then here is your book.
Gemma is a practicing pellar like myself and has pushed the envelope merging our old ways with some new. Well worth getting all her books for sure.
Gemma is a practicing pellar like myself and has pushed the envelope merging our old ways with some new. Well worth getting all her books for sure.
May 2, 2009
A nice book... a good beginner book. Use this as a stepping stone!
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