Inner Magic: A Guide to Modern Witchcraft

by Ann-Marie Gallagher, Mitchell Beazley

It's witchcraft! Inner Magic is an illustrated, information-packed approach to contemporary witchcraft and various related practices of magic. The author places these arts in a historical and cultural context, as she explains principles of witchcraft, discusses the witch in history, and describes the rise of the modern witch and the media's fascination with witches. Merely curious readers who open this volume will probably be surprised when they discover exactly what a witch is. Witchcraft's more serious students will learn how to become a witch, the meaning of ritual, how to do spells, and how every student of witchcraft can find his and her own magic. The author identifies the source of magical power that exists throughout the world and around every human being. She shows how to use magic beneficially, how to enhance one's spiritual self, and how to weave the benefits of magic into everyday life. Approximately 100 full-color illustrations span the historical spectrum with woodcuts from medieval sources as well as dramatic photos of modern witchcraft rituals.

Genres: Witchcraft, Nonfiction, Spirituality, Religion, Wicca

159 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 2001

Reviews

[Agnes · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of the most easy to read and relatable guide on the craft.

I've done so much research online over the past couple years searching out beginners rituals, the meaning of moon cycles, tarot, crystal, herb and alter knowlege and much more. If you are just started out on the craft, this is a must have resource book for your journey. This book is the perfect place to begin your path or even re-spark the magik inside you once again.

I will always come back to this book for inspiration and guidance. In no way does the author persuade you to only follow their steps or make you feel its one way or the highway. Your craft belongs to you and you alone.

[chrisa · Rating 2 out of 5]

This is an interesting book with some good exercises for beginner witches. Though Gallagher says the right things about all witches not being Wiccan, I found that the rituals and initiation descriptions were strongly Wiccan. It would have been nice to have some alternatives for non-Wiccan witches or eclectic witches.

[Gemma · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a wonderful and informative book! This has everything, history, practice, what witchcraft is and most importantly what witchcraft isn't.

Would definitely recommend if you are curious about witchcraft. Also a good reference book for anyone completing any education studies on witchcraft.

[Tracey · Rating 3 out of 5]

A slightly dry read . Interesting facts , easy introductions to spells that can be done by the reader.

[NM Vote · Rating 3 out of 5]

For me to read nonfiction, it takes a topic I'm truly interested in to not be bored. This had my interest, and still does, I just had to take breaks between every 20 pages at most or I would get burned out.

[Samantha Pajor · Rating 2 out of 5]

Some useful information, but not all of it was relevant to me.

[Sophie Jessup · Rating 5 out of 5]

Not your average witchcraft book. Definitely one to read again!

[Jennifer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very good for educational purposes.

[India Powell · Rating 4 out of 5]

Had some really useful and interesting information for beginner witches but didn't found all of it that relevant/useful.

[Andrea · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very much from a European lens, but good information and a good starting point for those wanting direction on a magical path.

[Kelsie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Okay but if I ever decide to get married I want to follow the ritual for handfasting - the vows were so sweet.
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[Amanda · Rating 3 out of 5]

To be honest I came into this with fairly low expectations, I just thought it would be a fun read. It was actually decent with some of the things it mentioned like I enjoyed the descriptions of maiden, mother and crone and how the crone is usually the hardest aspect to integrate. Some of the history was interesting too. I kind of wish it went deeper into it though

[Verity · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great book that has given me a lot of information to digest on working with my inner magic and that which is around me.

[Pamela · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book. It cleared up a lot of misconceptions people have about witches and gave a ton of new information about their religion. I wish everyone who is ignorant against paganism could read this.