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The Untamed Witch: Reclaim Your Instincts. Rewild Your Craft. Create Your Most Powerful Magick.
Personalized magick is the most powerful magick. The Untamed Witch empowers you to use your own instincts, intuition, and personal environment in your witchcraft. Witchcraft is not one defined, arbitrary path. Rather, it is a diversity of practices that you can curate and align with based on your lifestyle and unique gifts. Moreover, those practices are not meant to be done the same way by every witch. Someone else’s love spell is how they conjure love. Why use lavender in a ritual if it isn’t native to your surroundings or you simply don’t like it? This guide gives you the insight and tools to undomesticate your craft from formulaic—to inspired—practice. The Untamed Witch also With this book at your side, learn to use your instincts to rewild your magick.
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Published October 4, 2022
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December 22, 2022
Thank you again NetGalley and Quarto Publishing for the distribution of this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
I was initially excited to read this book based off of the glowing ratings, but after reading through in its entirety, I would not recommend this book as a teaching tool for witchcraft. Before I delve into what I found to be the weak points of the book, I will describe what I thought was helpful and positive. The author is compassionate and inclusive of readers of all kinds, something which touched my heart. It acknowledges inequity, how not everyone has the same opportunities or resources, the role of oppression in both past and modern society and how it's not your fault if you can't take the same steps as others. Privilege is a delicate subject and I think she pulled it off well. I also appreciated her dedication to ensuring proper safety protocols while practicing witchcraft. This is something that doesn't get addressed nearly enough in these types of books. Topics addressed include safety while handling crystals and herbs, practicing in an eco-friendly way, fire safety, handling animal remains, and signs that indicate health problems rather than intuition.
Sadly, this does not change the ways in which I feel that The Untamed Witch falls short as an instructive text. The writing is meandering and disorganized, which often left me confused as I tried to understand where these tangents were coming from or where they were going. I was disappointed by how often the book cited other authors and used their content, to the point that several lists in the book are simply edited versions of another person's work. There doesn't seem to be a focus on what the book is actually about, feeling more like I am reading a compilation of resources directly from the author's Book of Shadows. She also quotes herself and references back to works she wrote previously, which are said to be deeper explorations of the topic at hand. Unfortunately, it makes this book feel shallow in comparison.
The information contained is basic knowledge found within other witchcraft sources (think astrology, correspondences, and Tumblr 101s), Wiccan and Thelemic principles, UPG (unverified personal gnosis), and a mishmash of philosophy and belief systems across the world. The topics are combined in a disjointed way and do not have a sense of proper flow to them. Some of the ideas definitely seem to be more on the fringe, including ones I haven't heard of before in the common discourse. I was also dismayed by the inclusion of pseudoscience, suggesting menstruation is connected to the lunar cycle and that you can alter your brain waves for specific intentions.
In short, The Untamed Witch fails to establish an identity of its own and feels like a patchwork project of the books that it cites. As a guide for the solitary practitioner, this misses the mark. When reading resources, approach them with critical thinking and never underestimate the power of doing your own research. Good luck and happy hunting!
I was initially excited to read this book based off of the glowing ratings, but after reading through in its entirety, I would not recommend this book as a teaching tool for witchcraft. Before I delve into what I found to be the weak points of the book, I will describe what I thought was helpful and positive. The author is compassionate and inclusive of readers of all kinds, something which touched my heart. It acknowledges inequity, how not everyone has the same opportunities or resources, the role of oppression in both past and modern society and how it's not your fault if you can't take the same steps as others. Privilege is a delicate subject and I think she pulled it off well. I also appreciated her dedication to ensuring proper safety protocols while practicing witchcraft. This is something that doesn't get addressed nearly enough in these types of books. Topics addressed include safety while handling crystals and herbs, practicing in an eco-friendly way, fire safety, handling animal remains, and signs that indicate health problems rather than intuition.
Sadly, this does not change the ways in which I feel that The Untamed Witch falls short as an instructive text. The writing is meandering and disorganized, which often left me confused as I tried to understand where these tangents were coming from or where they were going. I was disappointed by how often the book cited other authors and used their content, to the point that several lists in the book are simply edited versions of another person's work. There doesn't seem to be a focus on what the book is actually about, feeling more like I am reading a compilation of resources directly from the author's Book of Shadows. She also quotes herself and references back to works she wrote previously, which are said to be deeper explorations of the topic at hand. Unfortunately, it makes this book feel shallow in comparison.
The information contained is basic knowledge found within other witchcraft sources (think astrology, correspondences, and Tumblr 101s), Wiccan and Thelemic principles, UPG (unverified personal gnosis), and a mishmash of philosophy and belief systems across the world. The topics are combined in a disjointed way and do not have a sense of proper flow to them. Some of the ideas definitely seem to be more on the fringe, including ones I haven't heard of before in the common discourse. I was also dismayed by the inclusion of pseudoscience, suggesting menstruation is connected to the lunar cycle and that you can alter your brain waves for specific intentions.
In short, The Untamed Witch fails to establish an identity of its own and feels like a patchwork project of the books that it cites. As a guide for the solitary practitioner, this misses the mark. When reading resources, approach them with critical thinking and never underestimate the power of doing your own research. Good luck and happy hunting!
July 17, 2025
This is more of a beginner’s book, and if that’s what you need, it’s fine for a quick introduction.
December 29, 2022
Really enjoyed this one, I loved the different take on the usual witchcraft books. With some scientific knowledge and a lot more detailed know how about the craft, I can’t wait to put what I’ve learnt to good use in my own craft. A great read!
December 10, 2022
Lots of Information
First of all, I have to compliment the author on such a nicely designed layout, including type of fonts used, colors, and design appeal. I really enjoy reading a book, especially when it is appealing and pleasing to my eyes.
The author provides background information on herself and the reason behind why she wrote this book, which is very helpful, if readers are interested in her craft association. She does state that this is not a book of spells, but as I would say "the meat or backbone" of what we intend to learn in order to create a strong foundation for our own particular craft.
Lidia Pradas states that we basically work with and she states that the division of dualities creates a human reality, which is composed of three energies:
1. Telluric Energy, known as Yin
2. Celestial Energy, known as Yang), and
3. Energy, which is the energy we commonly associate as that energy which flows through our body, which we term our “inner energy.”
The author explains each of the above listed energies in further detail in this book.
As with any Wiccan, the author discusses the Wiccan Rede and the Three-Fold Law, stating that both emanate from the concept of not using witchcraft to hurt others.
I find that this is a very good book for beginners, because it does outline a vast amount of knowledge on the background and basic foundation, principles, and understanding the hows, whats, whens, and whys of witchcraft. Highly recommend.
First of all, I have to compliment the author on such a nicely designed layout, including type of fonts used, colors, and design appeal. I really enjoy reading a book, especially when it is appealing and pleasing to my eyes.
The author provides background information on herself and the reason behind why she wrote this book, which is very helpful, if readers are interested in her craft association. She does state that this is not a book of spells, but as I would say "the meat or backbone" of what we intend to learn in order to create a strong foundation for our own particular craft.
Lidia Pradas states that we basically work with and she states that the division of dualities creates a human reality, which is composed of three energies:
1. Telluric Energy, known as Yin
2. Celestial Energy, known as Yang), and
3. Energy, which is the energy we commonly associate as that energy which flows through our body, which we term our “inner energy.”
The author explains each of the above listed energies in further detail in this book.
As with any Wiccan, the author discusses the Wiccan Rede and the Three-Fold Law, stating that both emanate from the concept of not using witchcraft to hurt others.
I find that this is a very good book for beginners, because it does outline a vast amount of knowledge on the background and basic foundation, principles, and understanding the hows, whats, whens, and whys of witchcraft. Highly recommend.
December 9, 2022
I’ve always been interested and drawn to witchcraft. But I can’t believe I decided to read a book that is teaching me how to cast spells and be a good and thoughtful witch. But to be more precise, it is more about being in peace with yourself and the universe; it’s a self-help and self-awareness manual. However, unfortunately for me, it’s not a book I die to dive in.
Also, I have something to say to the publisher, why two columns in each page? This is a book, not a magazine or newspaper. It made it more difficult to read the book on my phone and I’m always using a phone with a bog screen. Please reconsider.
Also, I have something to say to the publisher, why two columns in each page? This is a book, not a magazine or newspaper. It made it more difficult to read the book on my phone and I’m always using a phone with a bog screen. Please reconsider.
January 4, 2023
Title: The Untamed Witch
Author: Lidia Pradas
Genre: Witchcraft - Spirituality - Magic
Publisher: Fair Winds Press - Copyright 2022
Publication Date: October 4, 2022
Read: December 30, 2022 - January 2, 2023
Disclaimer: I received a digital advanced reader copy from the publisher via Netgalley. All opinions are my own.
Synopsis from Publisher: Personalized magick is the most powerful magick. The Untamed Witch empowers you to use your own instincts, intuition, and personal environment in your witchcraft.
Witchcraft is not one defined, arbitrary path. Rather, it is a diversity of practices that you can curate and align with based on your lifestyle and unique gifts. Moreover, those practices are not meant to be done the same way by every witch. Someone else’s love spell is how they conjure love. Why use lavender in a ritual if it isn’t native to your surroundings or you simply don’t like it?
This guide gives you the insight and tools to undomesticate your craft from formulaic—to inspired—practice.
The Untamed Witch also outlines:
Tools and practices to access the subconscious
How to work with the life, death, rebirth cycle
How to use elemental and land witchcraft
Ancestry work and communicating with spirit guides and entities
With this book at your side, learn to use your instincts to rewild your magick.
Review: I loved this book! Finally, someone has written a book that isn't filled with formalized rituals, complicated spells, and endless lists of exotic supplies. I cannot express just how happy it made me to read The Untamed Witch by Lidia Pradas because in my own practice as a solitary Witch I prefer to keep things simple and uncomplicated, using what I have on hand or can easily source in my area versus relying on complex, multi-step rituals that leave me exhausted from the setting up of everything before the rite even begins. If you like uncomplicated witchcraft, this is the book for you!
The Untamed Witch is aimed at the solitary practitioner but could easily be modified for use in groups. Pradas states that the main premise of the book is to "access your power without intermediaries," and the chapters are divided and presented in such as way as to encourage the reader to explore not only their self but their local environment. Why use an herb that grows in a desert environment when you live in humid coastal area? "Rewilding" your magick--as Pradas calls it--is all about working with what you have available in your area in order to maximize your magick.
Filled with history, lore, charts, tips, and so much more, The Untamed Witch dares the reader to harken back to the days when the wise women and men utilized their talents and their local environment to craft their magick. The world needs more magick, but it doesn't need more complexity. Lidia Pradas has given us both, and this is one book I know I'll be referring to again and again.
Author: Lidia Pradas
Genre: Witchcraft - Spirituality - Magic
Publisher: Fair Winds Press - Copyright 2022
Publication Date: October 4, 2022
Read: December 30, 2022 - January 2, 2023
Disclaimer: I received a digital advanced reader copy from the publisher via Netgalley. All opinions are my own.
Synopsis from Publisher: Personalized magick is the most powerful magick. The Untamed Witch empowers you to use your own instincts, intuition, and personal environment in your witchcraft.
Witchcraft is not one defined, arbitrary path. Rather, it is a diversity of practices that you can curate and align with based on your lifestyle and unique gifts. Moreover, those practices are not meant to be done the same way by every witch. Someone else’s love spell is how they conjure love. Why use lavender in a ritual if it isn’t native to your surroundings or you simply don’t like it?
This guide gives you the insight and tools to undomesticate your craft from formulaic—to inspired—practice.
The Untamed Witch also outlines:
Tools and practices to access the subconscious
How to work with the life, death, rebirth cycle
How to use elemental and land witchcraft
Ancestry work and communicating with spirit guides and entities
With this book at your side, learn to use your instincts to rewild your magick.
Review: I loved this book! Finally, someone has written a book that isn't filled with formalized rituals, complicated spells, and endless lists of exotic supplies. I cannot express just how happy it made me to read The Untamed Witch by Lidia Pradas because in my own practice as a solitary Witch I prefer to keep things simple and uncomplicated, using what I have on hand or can easily source in my area versus relying on complex, multi-step rituals that leave me exhausted from the setting up of everything before the rite even begins. If you like uncomplicated witchcraft, this is the book for you!
The Untamed Witch is aimed at the solitary practitioner but could easily be modified for use in groups. Pradas states that the main premise of the book is to "access your power without intermediaries," and the chapters are divided and presented in such as way as to encourage the reader to explore not only their self but their local environment. Why use an herb that grows in a desert environment when you live in humid coastal area? "Rewilding" your magick--as Pradas calls it--is all about working with what you have available in your area in order to maximize your magick.
Filled with history, lore, charts, tips, and so much more, The Untamed Witch dares the reader to harken back to the days when the wise women and men utilized their talents and their local environment to craft their magick. The world needs more magick, but it doesn't need more complexity. Lidia Pradas has given us both, and this is one book I know I'll be referring to again and again.
May 24, 2025
DNF
On the positives I first want to say that Nata Vedana's art in this book is lovely.
I will say that the author is mindful that everyone comes from different backgrounds and lives. (At least as far as I read, anyway.) The book does seem to have warm intentions.
However, this book has some flaws I just couldn't get past. First is how disjoined it is. We're given constant "(See page X)". It was not only distracting but also made it feel like the information that was being given had not been fully thought through. I think finding a better way to structure the book as a whole might have helped with this.
I fully expect that the vast majority of witchcraft books will be geared with beginners in mind. I understand why. However, this book overly simplified complex topics to the point that (while not completely wrong) they weren't completely right. I understand that (for example) a deep dive into what shadow work truly is using Jung's methods is a big undertaking, but it shouldn't be simply chalked up to "the parts of yourself that you hide". Especially when you immediately follow it up with Freud's thoughts on the topic without explaining the history within this topic.
The book also had a bit of a cherry picking issue. Pulling lore, belief systems, and method from various cultures (sometimes without even naming the culture specifically). Jumping from Taoist beliefs into Wicca and then into Thelema was another hit to the point that this book is disjointed.
Much of the book was citing other authors and even modifying other author's exercises. While we love good citations, this read more like the author's commonplace book full of notes and ideas jumbled together. I appreciate giving credit to the people who inspire you, but I also could have just read those books instead (or might have already done so). I like to see the author's style and personality come out a little, this book didn't deliver in that aspect.
Finally, on a personal level, I'm just sick of reading Wiccan teachings in books about magic and witchcraft. I appreciate that the author briefly acknowledges that not all practitioners follow these rules and practices, but we've got enough books that muddle Wicca into other practices. If that's your style, fabulous! However, this is how beginners get confused too. This book talks about a couple different paths and does say there's no one "right" way to practice magic, but it also doesn't explain that Wicca ≠ witchcraft. (At least not up into Chapter 4 where I stopped reading.)
On the positives I first want to say that Nata Vedana's art in this book is lovely.
I will say that the author is mindful that everyone comes from different backgrounds and lives. (At least as far as I read, anyway.) The book does seem to have warm intentions.
However, this book has some flaws I just couldn't get past. First is how disjoined it is. We're given constant "(See page X)". It was not only distracting but also made it feel like the information that was being given had not been fully thought through. I think finding a better way to structure the book as a whole might have helped with this.
I fully expect that the vast majority of witchcraft books will be geared with beginners in mind. I understand why. However, this book overly simplified complex topics to the point that (while not completely wrong) they weren't completely right. I understand that (for example) a deep dive into what shadow work truly is using Jung's methods is a big undertaking, but it shouldn't be simply chalked up to "the parts of yourself that you hide". Especially when you immediately follow it up with Freud's thoughts on the topic without explaining the history within this topic.
The book also had a bit of a cherry picking issue. Pulling lore, belief systems, and method from various cultures (sometimes without even naming the culture specifically). Jumping from Taoist beliefs into Wicca and then into Thelema was another hit to the point that this book is disjointed.
Much of the book was citing other authors and even modifying other author's exercises. While we love good citations, this read more like the author's commonplace book full of notes and ideas jumbled together. I appreciate giving credit to the people who inspire you, but I also could have just read those books instead (or might have already done so). I like to see the author's style and personality come out a little, this book didn't deliver in that aspect.
Finally, on a personal level, I'm just sick of reading Wiccan teachings in books about magic and witchcraft. I appreciate that the author briefly acknowledges that not all practitioners follow these rules and practices, but we've got enough books that muddle Wicca into other practices. If that's your style, fabulous! However, this is how beginners get confused too. This book talks about a couple different paths and does say there's no one "right" way to practice magic, but it also doesn't explain that Wicca ≠ witchcraft. (At least not up into Chapter 4 where I stopped reading.)
March 10, 2025
Knowing that the complete grimoire by Lidia Pradas was one of the books i started my witchcraft journey with ten years ago, it makes me sad to write anything but a amazing review, but here we are.
While “the untamed witch” covers a wide range of topics, it unfortunately suffers from several notable issues that detract from its overall effectiveness.
The structure and flow of the information make the book a hard read. The narrative moves erratically from basic concepts to more advanced ones and back again, which can be disorienting for the reader. The book lacks a clear progression in the presentation of its content, and it feels as though the information is not being built upon in a logical or cohesive way.
The opening, middle, and ending sections feel unorganised. It does not quite feel like the reader is being led through a well-thought-out journey of knowledge. This lack of structural cohesion makes it hard to follow the author's intended progression and makes the book feel dissonant.
Then my BIGGEST annoyance and one of the major shortcomings is the lack of concrete examples. This lack of depth in explanation leaves the reader feeling somewhat disconnected from the material and made it a struggle for me to get through this book.
Another point of concern for me is the heavy reliance on Wicca references. It made me wonder in the first half if i was reading “the complete grimoire” all over again. Which i would get, if the author marketed the book that way and put it in the description or on the cover that she was talking about wiccan based magic.
On the positive side, the book does feature helpful tables on various subjects, which make it a useful reference guide. These tables serve as a practical tool for quick access to key information and enhance the book’s potential as a valuable resource for future consultation.
In conclusion, while the book has some redeeming qualities, such as its comprehensive tables, the lack of examples, heavy reliance on specific Wicca references, erratic information flow, and absent discussion of specific topics the author brings up but does not explain leave much to be desired. It could benefit from a more structured approach and a broader focus to truly serve its audience.
While “the untamed witch” covers a wide range of topics, it unfortunately suffers from several notable issues that detract from its overall effectiveness.
The structure and flow of the information make the book a hard read. The narrative moves erratically from basic concepts to more advanced ones and back again, which can be disorienting for the reader. The book lacks a clear progression in the presentation of its content, and it feels as though the information is not being built upon in a logical or cohesive way.
The opening, middle, and ending sections feel unorganised. It does not quite feel like the reader is being led through a well-thought-out journey of knowledge. This lack of structural cohesion makes it hard to follow the author's intended progression and makes the book feel dissonant.
Then my BIGGEST annoyance and one of the major shortcomings is the lack of concrete examples. This lack of depth in explanation leaves the reader feeling somewhat disconnected from the material and made it a struggle for me to get through this book.
Another point of concern for me is the heavy reliance on Wicca references. It made me wonder in the first half if i was reading “the complete grimoire” all over again. Which i would get, if the author marketed the book that way and put it in the description or on the cover that she was talking about wiccan based magic.
On the positive side, the book does feature helpful tables on various subjects, which make it a useful reference guide. These tables serve as a practical tool for quick access to key information and enhance the book’s potential as a valuable resource for future consultation.
In conclusion, while the book has some redeeming qualities, such as its comprehensive tables, the lack of examples, heavy reliance on specific Wicca references, erratic information flow, and absent discussion of specific topics the author brings up but does not explain leave much to be desired. It could benefit from a more structured approach and a broader focus to truly serve its audience.
June 5, 2024
Me ha gustado mucho!
Es este un libro para principiantes? Si. ¿Va más allá en cuanto a los temas que toca que los típicos libros de principiantes? También.
Y es que en este libro la autora aborda muchas cuestiones básicas en la práctica pero que se pasan por alto o no se tocan en otros libros. No profundiza como tal en ello, pero si toca varios puntos que son importantes conocer para decidir si se quiere profundizar más en ello o no.
Y es que en este libro podemos encontrar información sobre el trabajo con el territorio, el trabajo con los muertos y espíritus, los distintos planos, los estados de consciencia, los ciclos de la vida y cómo crear un espacio sagrado y desarrollar nuestra brujería, entre otros.
Además este libro tiene una edición preciosa, cuidada al mínimo detalle y llena de ilustraciones que son increíblemente bonitas. Adoro el arte de la ilustradora.
Otra cosa que me ha gustado mucho es que podemos encontrar varios ejercicios prácticos que nos ayudarán a llevar a cabo lo aprendido a lo largo de los capítulos.
Yo personalmente lo recomiendo para quienes están empezando pero quieren aprender algo más allá y menos básico de los típicos elementos que se aprenden en los libros más populares para empezar a llevar a cabo la práctica.
Si tengo que poner un pero es que como se tratan tantas cuestiones en un solo libro, no se entra demasiado en detalle en ellas. Y, a su vez, se tocan tantos temas que en algunos momentos puede resultar un poco confuso.
Es este un libro para principiantes? Si. ¿Va más allá en cuanto a los temas que toca que los típicos libros de principiantes? También.
Y es que en este libro la autora aborda muchas cuestiones básicas en la práctica pero que se pasan por alto o no se tocan en otros libros. No profundiza como tal en ello, pero si toca varios puntos que son importantes conocer para decidir si se quiere profundizar más en ello o no.
Y es que en este libro podemos encontrar información sobre el trabajo con el territorio, el trabajo con los muertos y espíritus, los distintos planos, los estados de consciencia, los ciclos de la vida y cómo crear un espacio sagrado y desarrollar nuestra brujería, entre otros.
Además este libro tiene una edición preciosa, cuidada al mínimo detalle y llena de ilustraciones que son increíblemente bonitas. Adoro el arte de la ilustradora.
Otra cosa que me ha gustado mucho es que podemos encontrar varios ejercicios prácticos que nos ayudarán a llevar a cabo lo aprendido a lo largo de los capítulos.
Yo personalmente lo recomiendo para quienes están empezando pero quieren aprender algo más allá y menos básico de los típicos elementos que se aprenden en los libros más populares para empezar a llevar a cabo la práctica.
Si tengo que poner un pero es que como se tratan tantas cuestiones en un solo libro, no se entra demasiado en detalle en ellas. Y, a su vez, se tocan tantos temas que en algunos momentos puede resultar un poco confuso.
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April 26, 2023Available July 11, 2023
3 ⭐
Okay this book reads like a typical, classic whodunnit. The protagonist, Christa, decides to go away with her boyfriend and a complete bus filled with total strangers on a winter cabin getaway. Of course, they encounter a, drum roll please, winter snowstorm. And a tree blocks the road to the cabin. People begin to get murdered and none of them have any idea who is responsible for committing the murders.
The entire story is told from Christa's point of view, which is one of the few things I like about this book, since I didn't need to keep track of various points of views from the various characters.
I have to say the middle section was so boring as it dragged on and on. It was tedious, overly descriptive where it didn't need to be and just plain slow.
The beginning and the ending of the book were decent.
I found this novel to have had a decent amount of suspense however it didn't keep me glued to my Kindle. I mean, it wasn't my favorite book that I've read however but it wasn't my least favorite book. It was the middle of the road. A decent moderate whodunnit for someone that's not looking for something intense to read.
3 ⭐
Okay this book reads like a typical, classic whodunnit. The protagonist, Christa, decides to go away with her boyfriend and a complete bus filled with total strangers on a winter cabin getaway. Of course, they encounter a, drum roll please, winter snowstorm. And a tree blocks the road to the cabin. People begin to get murdered and none of them have any idea who is responsible for committing the murders.
The entire story is told from Christa's point of view, which is one of the few things I like about this book, since I didn't need to keep track of various points of views from the various characters.
I have to say the middle section was so boring as it dragged on and on. It was tedious, overly descriptive where it didn't need to be and just plain slow.
The beginning and the ending of the book were decent.
I found this novel to have had a decent amount of suspense however it didn't keep me glued to my Kindle. I mean, it wasn't my favorite book that I've read however but it wasn't my least favorite book. It was the middle of the road. A decent moderate whodunnit for someone that's not looking for something intense to read.
October 25, 2022
Lidia has written another incredible resource for helping to build your practice and improve your craft. This book has sections on things I haven’t really seen discussed in the mainstream such as other realms and realities.
Her use of personal experience as well as information pulled from various other practitioners and sources leads to a well rounded book. Though she gives brief overviews on a lot of topics, she sites all of her (76) sources in the back of the book as well to allow for further reading and research if you have more questions or want to explore something she says even deeper! Keeping to simple and basic entry level information helps keep the book thin and well paced, sharing the sources allows for each reader to have a jumping off point and gather more information about the topics that most excite them.
I am most excited to re-read the section on traveling safely through the realms as well as diving more into connecting with the nature around me.
Her use of personal experience as well as information pulled from various other practitioners and sources leads to a well rounded book. Though she gives brief overviews on a lot of topics, she sites all of her (76) sources in the back of the book as well to allow for further reading and research if you have more questions or want to explore something she says even deeper! Keeping to simple and basic entry level information helps keep the book thin and well paced, sharing the sources allows for each reader to have a jumping off point and gather more information about the topics that most excite them.
I am most excited to re-read the section on traveling safely through the realms as well as diving more into connecting with the nature around me.
December 25, 2022
Thank you to NetGalley and Fair Winds Press for an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
This was a book that intrigued me by its cover, title and description. I’m not a practitioner per se, however, I am interested in certain spiritual practices and intrigued by them! This book certainly covers a range of spiritual practices, across many cultures and provides the reader with a lot of variety and some explanation. As such, we don’t really go into anything in detail. However, the general detail provided is definitely useful to someone that isn’t sure what they might be interested in trying but would want to understand the broad view before diving in. I really appreciated the visual tools that helped organize the information to make it clear for the reader.
Overall, a great book for a beginner or anyone who’s intrigued to check out other types of practices and knowledge!
This was a book that intrigued me by its cover, title and description. I’m not a practitioner per se, however, I am interested in certain spiritual practices and intrigued by them! This book certainly covers a range of spiritual practices, across many cultures and provides the reader with a lot of variety and some explanation. As such, we don’t really go into anything in detail. However, the general detail provided is definitely useful to someone that isn’t sure what they might be interested in trying but would want to understand the broad view before diving in. I really appreciated the visual tools that helped organize the information to make it clear for the reader.
Overall, a great book for a beginner or anyone who’s intrigued to check out other types of practices and knowledge!
October 29, 2022
Una vez más Lidia Pradas me deja entusiasmada por el mundo de la brujería, esta vez de la mano de un libro algo más avanzado que los anteriores y lleno de reflexiones. Me ha encantado la dinámica de capítulos y ejercicios prácticos, de esta manera el libro también se vuelve una guía básica para la práctica.
Las ilustraciones son preciosas, si pudiera las pondría por toda mi habitación. Crean una magia e ilusión que acompaña a la lectura.
Hasta ahora los libros de Lidia están enfocados para principiantes, lo cual, personalmente, me ha venido genial. ¡Ahora estoy deseando leer algo más avanzado! ¿Quizá algo su práctica más tradicional española?
100% recomendado
Las ilustraciones son preciosas, si pudiera las pondría por toda mi habitación. Crean una magia e ilusión que acompaña a la lectura.
Hasta ahora los libros de Lidia están enfocados para principiantes, lo cual, personalmente, me ha venido genial. ¡Ahora estoy deseando leer algo más avanzado! ¿Quizá algo su práctica más tradicional española?
100% recomendado
October 8, 2024
Another great resource. This one really goes into the culture and spirituality of witchcraft, which I love! It has kind of a bigger focus on Wicca, which makes sense since it's the "organized religion" version of witchcraft, and a lot of the most popular works are written by Wiccan authors. I'm glad she boiled down the most important parts for us and cited her sources so that I could go back and read more about it if I wanted to. Bonus, this book is beautiful! Entire colored pages of art and charts and pictograms throughout! I have to have this one for my library! Five out of five stars to The Untamed Witch.
February 2, 2023
I accessed a digital review copy of this book from the publisher.
The book works as a compilation of different witchcraft resources. It touches on different topics in the practice of magick as a light overview. The author mainly focuses on their own views of witchcraft and what makes up magic. The author does take time to point out that the user should not rely on just intuition for health issues.
I think that this works better as a beginning work that introduces the reader to further resources. The art included is very nice.
The book works as a compilation of different witchcraft resources. It touches on different topics in the practice of magick as a light overview. The author mainly focuses on their own views of witchcraft and what makes up magic. The author does take time to point out that the user should not rely on just intuition for health issues.
I think that this works better as a beginning work that introduces the reader to further resources. The art included is very nice.
October 9, 2022
A general overview that's a great choice for beginning witches. That said, for someone who has been reading these sort of books since 1999/2000, there wasn't a lot new here. Still, a gorgeous text that is easy to digest. The author doesn't talk down to the reader (I won't mention names, but there are a few writers I won't read because they do this), and I like her "If ______ doesn't work for you, don't include it in your practice" attitude.
I'd recommend it.
I'd recommend it.
October 24, 2022
I've got Lidia's first and second books, so when I found out she was making a third, I just knew I needed it!!!
The art work is just as beautiful as the books before and there's many more subjects that get covered in this book that aren't in the others. There's even a part in this book about making your own wheel of the year.
If you loved Lidia's first and second books, then I'd highly recommend you getting this one too!
The art work is just as beautiful as the books before and there's many more subjects that get covered in this book that aren't in the others. There's even a part in this book about making your own wheel of the year.
If you loved Lidia's first and second books, then I'd highly recommend you getting this one too!
April 22, 2023
I personally found a lot of this book to be quite spiritual. It spoke about concepts that I am familiar with - grounding, shadow work, moon cycles and the like - which made it easier for me to feel a connection.
Then also spoke about things like runes which I am unfamiliar with but found fascinating. Some beautiful illustrations throughout as well.
*Free e-arc received via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Then also spoke about things like runes which I am unfamiliar with but found fascinating. Some beautiful illustrations throughout as well.
*Free e-arc received via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
November 16, 2024
Whether you're starting your craft or have been practicing for years - this book will encourage you to branch out and step out of the "comfortable" to try different practices that are out there. I really appreciated how the author encourages the reader to connect with their local rhythm and resources - rather than forcing the "status quo" to fit. Honour what's in your backyard, what's available to you - over what others say is "traditionally correct"
June 17, 2025
Credo che il valore di questo libro sia intrecciato a doppio filo con Il grimorio completo - che io avevo già letto. Insieme formano un bel compendio e tenendoli entrambi sottomano si ottengono degli ottimi spunti per iniziare a esplorare la propria pratica magica. L'autrice qui fornisce anche riferimenti utili per andare a esplorare ulteriormente le varie branche esoteriche di cui parla.
Illustrazioni da top tier.
Illustrazioni da top tier.
January 11, 2023
This book is about Wicca and even if you are a practicing Wiccan I recommend you read it. It comes from a different approach and makes you think. It is geared to the solitary practitioner, but can be for groups. I like that it is not a book of spells and go out and buy this or that. I like the history of the craft that is also presented throughout the book.
April 23, 2024
Brujería indómita invita a los lectores a explorar y personalizar su práctica de la brujería. Lidia Pradas, enfatiza la importancia de la magia individualizada, argumentando que es la más poderosa porque se basa en los instintos, la intuición y el entorno particular de cada persona.
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October 6, 2022
This book is amazing. I already love the other books I have of Pradas. I think she is the best contemporary writer about anything relating to Wicca and witchcraft. She makes it easy to understand, easy to practice, and the art on the books is just incredible!
Absolutely loving it!
Absolutely loving it!
December 24, 2022
so this book caught my eye by the blurb. so i gave it a chance and i actually liked it and found it useful
5 star book
not sure who to recommend this book to due to i dont know many that will actually read it like i do
might reread it next year
5 star book
not sure who to recommend this book to due to i dont know many that will actually read it like i do
might reread it next year
January 10, 2024
This book was a great read. Super thorough and informative. I like how the author mentions other books I've read. I feel like I'm on the right path. But the most impressive thing to me was the fact that they brought up parosmia. That was pretty cool. Especially since I suffer from it.
November 4, 2022
I am completely amazed with how this book turned out! Everything is so wonderfully organized and easy to understand. The illustrations are gorgeous. It’s just perfect!
December 4, 2022
A great introduction to witchcraft with many topics covered to help you find the practice that works best for you.
October 15, 2023
The perfect introduction.
February 2, 2024
Not for me. It was kind of basic and also too meandering and unfocused.
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