Natural Magic: Potions and Powers from the Magical Garden

by John Michael Greer

Learn the secrets of herbs and other elements of nature as you create amulets, incenses, potions, oils, and more with Natural Magic by John Michael Greer.

The world around you―the natural world―is not a place apart from the world of they are one and the same. When you know the magical reality behind the physical form of the stars, rocks, trees, and animals, you are on your way to mastering the methods in Natural Magic.

Natural magic―the art of tapping the inner powers of plants, animals, and minerals―is an ancient source of power and spiritual connection to the living Earth. Once an integral part of our daily lives, its rich lore eventually became fragmented and distorted.

Natural Magic is a major work that reunites the diverse elements of the ancient tradition of Western natural magic. It gives you all you need to know to master the magical world,

- An encyclopedia detailing the magical uses of over 175 herbs, gems, and other elements of nature
- Complete instructions for making potions, baths, washes, amulets, and other magical tools
- Directions for making a Natural Magic Kit
- A guide to magical gardens, from window boxes to backyards
- The philosophy, framework, and ethics of natural magic
- Connections to alchemy and ritual magic

Written for the beginner as well as the experienced practitioner, this book features an encyclopedia of magical/material correspondences, step-by-step procedures, and the underlying principles of natural magic. Natural Magic is a must for your studies.

Genres: Magic, Magick, Reference

312 pages, Paperback

First published June 1, 2000

About the author

John Michael Greer is an author of over thirty books and the blogger behind The Archdruid Report. He served as Grand Archdruid of the Ancient Order of Druids in America. His work addresses a range of subjects, including climate change, peak oil, the future of industrial society, and the occult. He also writes science fiction and fantasy. He lives in Rhode Island with his wife.

Reviews

[Ric Frost · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'd give a page of want ads 5 stars if they were written by John Michael Greer. Like all of his writings on magic, Druidry, etc., this is a non-dogmatic introduction to the history and methods of natural magic written in JMG's usual approachable style.

[Liam O'nade]

Learn the secrets of herbs and other elements of nature as you create amulets, incenses, potions, oils, and more with Natural Magic by John Michael Greer. The world around you-the natural world-is not a place apart from the world of magic: they are one and the same. When you know the magical reality behind the physical form of the stars, rocks, trees, and animals, you are on your way to mastering the methods in Natural Magic. Natural magic-the art of tapping the inner powers of plants, animals, and minerals-is an ancient source of power and spiritual connection to the living Earth. Once an integral part of our daily lives, its rich lore eventually became fragmented and distorted. Natural Magic is a major work that reunites the diverse elements of the ancient tradition of Western natural magic. It gives you all you need to know to master the magical world, including: - An encyclopedia detailing the magical uses of over 175 herbs, gems, and other elements of nature - Complete instructions for making potions, baths, washes, amulets, and other magical tools - Directions for making a Natural Magic Kit - A guide to magical gardens, from window boxes to backyards - The philosophy, framework, and ethics of natural magic - Connections to alchemy and ritual magic Written for the beginner as well as the experienced practitioner, this book features an encyclopedia of magical/material correspondences, step-by-step procedures, and the underlying principles of natural magic. Natural Magic is a must for your studies.