Mysticism, magic and alternative spiritual practices Books

Book SynopsisThe Green World Oracle focuses on trees and plants as primal symbols of life. Each has an oracular voice, as do the nature spirits, devas, and deities associated with them. Trees speak to us of living in balance with all of life. People often refer to their roots, the fruits of their labor, trees of wisdom, and trees of good and evil. Abused women in Greek mythology are rescued by being turned into trees; children are born from them; gods like Osiris are entombed in them; sacred fire is struck from them; the voice of Moses' deity came from one. We plant a tree to celebrate a wedding, a birth, or to mourn a death. Humankind has always sensed the presence of spirits, or otherness, around trees. This oracle gives voice to their rich, caring insights. A beautifully designed deck of thirty-three cards offers access to these mysterious realms.Includes cards and book.Trade Review"The book devotes around six pages to each card. A monochrome image of a card is shown accompanied by lines of poetry or other texts. An in-depth look at the mythology surrounding each tree or plant follows, encompassing many tales of deities from India, Egypt, Greece and Rome. There are Buddhist tales alongside Native American, European, Amazon, Mesopotamian and African. A study of the botany and history of each tree is included, followed by an interpretation of the card's meaning, both upright and reversed. This is not an oracle where you draw a card, have a quick peek at the relevant page and move on! ...The Green World Oracle is a substantial body of information bringing layers of history and traditions to a beautifully produced deck." - Treewitch - TABItarot blogspot

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Book SynopsisJourney through eerie Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to visit 19 of the city''s most haunted locations. With concise background information for each location and stories of both historic and contemporary ghosts, you will view the City of Brotherly Love like never before. A handy map will guide you to haunts as you revisit the hardships, political strife, and the strong, raw, explosive emotions of the Revolution and see how it contributed to the ghostly character of Philadelphia today. Visit Independence Hall, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, St. Peter''s Church and Graveyard, The Powel House, Water Street, and other sites. Prepare for your tour with a meditation and grounding exercise that will empower you with the the knowledge and proper techniques to greet paranormal activity. Surrounding locations in Germantown, New Hope, and New Jersey are included.

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Book SynopsisGo on a hunt for the facts, folklore, and fiction about zombies from the 1800s to popular culture. The evolution of the zombie is explored in depth and includes historic accounts as well as a peek into the current craze. From whispered stories in voodoo legends and experiments in reanimation performed in the 1800s to recent events that allude to the scary possibility that such creatures really exist, you are in for a wild ride. Take a look at George Romero's many contributions to the popularity of the living undead, with films such as Night of the Living Dead. Go inside with the incredibly popular AMC television series, The Walking Dead. Read interviews from people who are involved directly with zombie-mania, such as those who sell themed goods, ranging from bleeding mannequin zombie targets to Zombie Max ammunition. Visit with frenzied groups like the Zombie Squad featured on the History Channel or take a stroll in Zombie Walks taking place around the world. You can even learn to use

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Book SynopsisThe New England region is filled with tradition, culture, and history. Some of that history is well-known, but other elements remain hidden or spoken about only in whispers. Hairy beasts that remind us of Bigfootlarge sea monsters that swallow ships wholemythical creatures that taunt passersby this history is explored through stories of experiences, both earthly and supernatural, that people have had with cryptids and wild creatures of unknown origin. From the White Mountains, to the lakes of Massachusetts, to the coasts of Maine, and Southern New England, tales abound of the odd, the strange, and the sublime that have been spotted in the backwoods and hillsides of New England. Read on and see if you believe in these curious creatures.

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Book SynopsisJourney through supernatural Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Connecticut, and Maine to experience 20 real encounters with ghosts and phantasms. Within these pages visit ghostly homes, haunted shipwrecks, businesses, and famous spooky historical places, as you explore paranormal situations that defy rational explanation. Read about a spirit cat continuing to make her presence known to help her grieving owner, and a ghost that stands in a doorway, but cannot come in. Experience objects that appear out of nowhere and consider the persistent appearance of the same name, number, and visions. Find out how dreams and intuition can become reality. See actual pictures of apparitions and paranormal phenomena. You are sure to experience some of the spookiest and creepiest encounters from New England in this spooky second volume.

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Book SynopsisJordan Hofer, a former university instructor of human evolution and now author and MUFON Research Specialist in Anthropology, presents never-before-heard speculations and hypotheses that address troubling questions surrounding the Gray aliens'' evolution and interference with the human race. How did the Grays evolve? Why are they here, and what is their real agenda concerning abductions, implants, hybridizations, and mutilations? How long have the Grays been on earth and how extensively have they tampered with human evolution? Are they our benevolent space brothers or our cruel masters? Is there any way humans can fight back against a technologically superior species? Hofer explores these questions from the perspective of evolutionary biology and Darwinism, leading to the startling hypothesis that the Grays and humans are competing organisms locked in a galactic struggle for existence.

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Book SynopsisThere''s no clear-cut beginning or end between the conclusion of paganism and the beginning of Christianity in Ireland. The old gods lingered, but the Celtic Church was established, thanks to St. Patrick, by the fifth century in Ireland. Stirring Irish tales of demons and banshees, restless dead, and magical beasts were written down by Christian scribes centuries later. Christianity did not lead to happiness on this island, however. Its history has been dominated by its striving for independence from Great Britain. Its beautiful, but bleak, landscape of ruined castles, devastated abbeys, prehistoric stone circles, and foggy bogs contain many vengeful ghosts. Follow the ambitious Irish chiefs and the English kings, the family feuds, and the constant troubles with the English in over 30 spine-tingling tales. Reflect on the rich blend of Celtic myths and legends, and the worlds of fairies and leprechauns. When you read these stories, you will soon appreciate why the Irish have such a beli

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Book SynopsisCan a place be inherently evil? Are the violent and paranormal events so frequently experienced throughout the history of the Bridgewater Triangle mere coincidence or evidence of an unseen, epic battle waged between the forces of good and evil? This is the true story of the area of southeastern Massachusetts that has become infamous worldwide for paranormal activity. Peter Tower traces the history of this mysterious and terrifying area, from its beginnings after the last ice age through the many bizarre and infamous paranormal events experienced there in the 1970s and 1980s. The author's engaging storytelling technique combines in-depth research of the area's geologic and cultural history with narrative vignettes and firsthand interviews from people that have encountered UFOs, Bigfoot, and mystery creatures, and experienced other unexplained events there. Tower brings the area to life in such a vivid fashion that the book proves to be nearly as mysterious and frightening for readers as

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Book SynopsisDiscover how to bring memories of a UFO sighting, alien abduction, or contactee experience to the light of day via a visualization technique that will allow you to revisit abduction incidents. Discover if you''ve had an encounter, but have forgotten it, or if there has been contact of which you are unaware. Get in touch with aliens, learn to protect yourself, recover information you''ve lost, learn what can go wrong, know what questions to ask, and understand your own personal reporting process. This book will help you manage your experiences in compelling ways (both before--if appropriate--and after an encounter) with fresh scripts, cataloging forms, question lists, and more. It''s never too late to remember what you''ve forgotten.

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Book SynopsisEnjoy 11 spooky campfire tales based on legends and true events in and around the Great Lakes region. Filled with creepy and sometimes humorous details, each has historic significance. Shiver as you read about the ghosts in Duluth, Minnesota, haunting the Glensheen Mansion, and the myth of a giant moose terrorizing tourists off the North Shore of Lake Superior. Meet the Melon Head Creatures, living in a dark and forbidden forest off Lake Michigan, the result of a mad scientist's experiments, or a classic Lady in White. Discover the Manitous water gods, Native American spirits living at the bottom of the lake always looking for unsuspecting prey. Find a giant man-eating turtle, storm Hags, and the Red Devil of Detroit. Learn about Niagara Falls'' Maid of the Mist, the real legend of the Edmund Fitzgerald, and the Michigan Dogman.

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Book SynopsisDraws from mystical traditions, quantum physics, astrology, and Jungian psychology to examine the forgotten language of symbols.

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Book SynopsisThis book is the result of years of research into the history of the Spear of Destiny and the struggle between good and evil in the Western world. For 2,000 years, the Spear of Destiny, purported to have pierced the side of Christ whilehe was on the cross, has been sought by rulers of the Western world, who have tried to harness the Spear''s absolute power. This book explores the odyssey of the Spear and its potential role in the Apocalypse. Illustrated.

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Book SynopsisFor 600 years the Persian poet Hafez has been read recited quoted and loved by millions of people in his homeland and throughout the world. Like his predecessor Rumi he is a spiritual guide in our search for life''s essence. Hafez is both a mystic philosopher and a heartfelt poet of desires and fears. HAFEZ is the perfect introduction to the man known as the philosopher of love whose message of spiritual transcendence through rapture and service to others is especially important now that our troubled world has moved into the 21st century. His wisdom speaks directly to the cutting edge of philosophy psychology social theory and education and can serve as a bridge of understanding between the West and the Middle East two cultures in desperate need of mutual empathy. This is the paperback edition of the hardback entitled Spiritual Wisdom of Hafez.

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Book SynopsisWhether you are simply curious about the different types of stones and crystals or want to explore their uses, the POCKET GUIDE TO CRYSTALS AND GEMSTONES will answer your questions: What are they?What are their energy fields?Where can they be found?How should they be chosen?How are they cleaned, charged, and used?

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Book SynopsisCovers: a brief history of body art; how body art works its magic; symbols (and their meanings) used in body art; meanings of the colors; ritual and makeup; masks and masking; ritual apparel and props; ritual jewellery; scents; the setting for ritual body art; full body art; sabbats, esbats and the elements; and, everyday use of ritual body art.

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Book SynopsisAn unusual study of the vowels in music, magic, and mysticism.

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Book SynopsisIn the Magnum Opus Hermetic Sourceworks series.

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Book SynopsisA modern grimoire full of simple, accessible spells and rituals for the busy woman who wants to stop wishing for a better life and start magically manifesting it—right now!   Have you ever blown out the candles on a birthday cake and made a wish? Or tossed a coin into a fountain and crossed your fingers? You probably didn't know it, but you were practicing Wishcraft.   Within this book, you’ll find spells, rituals and recipes to make all of your dreams come true, including to attract more money, boost your luck, deflect negativity, heal an illness or ailment, bring harmony and balance, draw down the power of the Moon, cleanse the energy around you, increase your psychic awareness, recall your dreams, pass an exam or test, reignite your passion, attract love, heal your heart, bring health and happiness . . . and more!   Deep down in your heart you've always known that there’s magick inside you . . . we all do! Wis

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Book SynopsisFrom internationally renowned medium, spiritual teacher and bestselling author Gordon Smith comes a captivating tale about finding your way through death, grief and loss.'Nothing that lives can truly die,' said the stag, 'but we must all experience a winter in our lives, otherwise we haven’t truly lived.'Following the tragic death of his sister, 10-year-old Dill's life changes forever. In an attempt to escape their grief, Dill and his parents move to his grandmother’s remote cottage in the countryside. Isolated from his family, who are struggling to come to terms with their loss, Dill spends his time exploring the wild landscape with his trusty spaniel, Bramble. He soon learns that life in his new home, the Dip-n-Dells, is anything but lonely.With the help of his grandmother, Dill learns a magical language that allows him to befriend the animals of the Dip-n-Dells and uncover the secrets of the mystical landscape around him. As his frieTrade ReviewWhere Two Worlds Meet is a truly magical tale which brings hope and clarity to the greater realities of life and death in easy-to-understand terms. If there were a top twenty list of psychic bestsellers, it would deserve to go straight to number one. Don't miss it! - Tony Ortzen, Psychic NewsGordon Smith’s artful novel Where Two Worlds Meet is a delightful story of a young boy’s adventure into the Spirit World and how the loving and healing force of nature blankets him with its healing touch. A must-read for all parents who have ever wondered what happens to their child when they cross over into the world of light. - James Van Praagh, spiritual medium and author of Talking to HeavenDill's journey of self discovery is a truly touching tale. There is something in Where Two Worlds Meet that will resonate with adults and children alike. The magical animals of the Dip-n-Dells and the passing of the seasons help Dill realise the true meaning of life. This is an enchanting story of love conquering all. - Katie Nicholl, journalist, author and broadcasterGordon Smith is down to earth about his heavenly talent. - The Sunday TelegraphAmazing! - Time OutGordon's gift is to soothe the grief of the heartbroken, to give them hope. - The GuardianGordon Smith’s beautiful new work Where Two Worlds Meet is a comforting guide to healing after the passing of a loved one that will reassure both parents and siblings that our children in spirit are still right here. Gordon Smith recites this inspiring journey through the intuitive eyes of Dill, whose sister Amber has recently passed of cancer. Although his parents, grandmother and the entire family are devastated about Amber’s transition, they find solace and support from the magical animals and countryside surrounding them at Moonstone Cottage in the Dip-n-Dells. This healing story is similar to beloved children’s classics such as The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe and Peter Rabbit, containing essential, mystical lessons about the cycles of life and death and the importance of Mother Nature. In it, Dill’s Grandmother Vi and the friendly, enlightened creatures of the Dip-n-Dells lead Dill, along with his mother Rose and his father Tom, on a path towards healing, reigniting the light dimmed by Amber’s passing and proving that love is eternal. I highly recommend this uplifting, healing work. Words cannot adequately express our gratitude to Gordon as an author, healer, visionary, philanthropist, artist and huge bright light. His compassion, light-hearted style and accuracy have convinced even the most sceptical of our members that love lives forever. - Elizabeth Boisson, President & Co-Founder of Helping Parents HealWhere Two Worlds Meet is a wonderful and uplifting book that will bring comfort to those dealing with the passing of a loved one. Everyone will enjoy this tale about the adventures of Dill, his family and all of the creatures that live in the magical land of the Dip-n-Dells. The characters came to life, and I enjoyed reading every page. I especially loved reading the wisdom relayed through Mrs Brabbit and the other magical animals who made their home near the Moonstone Cottage. Gordon's comforting words about the cycle of life and using one's ‘sense’ as a form of communication will hopefully open the minds of those sceptical of the continuation of life after one transitions to the hereafter. Both children and adults will enjoy this book, which will most certainly heal many parents and families. - Irene Vouvalides, Helping Parents Heal Affiliate Leader Hilton Head/Bluffton, HPH Board Member, Shining Light ParentGordon Smith will captivate you in his new book Where Two Worlds Meet. The book speaks to people of all ages, working on many levels to explore grief, loss and the cycle of life through a truly magical story. It’s captivating. - Fate & Fortune Magazine

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Book Synopsis(Originally published as DEFY GRAVITY) New York Times best-selling author Caroline Myss investigates the mystical phenomenon of healing and the presence of grace in every life.What is grace? How does grace work? How do I know if I've ever had an experience of grace in my life? For decades, readers and students have turned to medical intuitive Caroline Myss for answers to these essential questions. In these pages, she takes readers on a transformative journey to investigate the holy authority of grace and find tools to heal themselves and their lives.Originally published as Defy Gravity, this searching and eloquent book offers a message that we need now more than ever. Inspired by ordinary people who overcame a wide array of physical and psychological ailments, Caroline dove into the works of the great mystics to gain a deeper understanding of healing's spiritual underpinnings. Using what she discovered, she invites us into an intimate and healing engagement with the soul, which we experience through exploring our seven shadow passions, building an empowered inner self around our seven inherent graces, and learning how to work with the mystical laws that govern it.With this knowledge, you can break through the boundaries of ordinary reason. You can heal from illness, heartbreak, and pain. You can learn to live fearlessly. And you can start to discern the guidance of grace in every moment of your life.Trade Review“It is rare that an author and teacher as accomplished and influential as Caroline Myss would, with each book, discover whole new vistas, and then report back to us with her legendary clarity and passion. With A Time for Grace she has done it again. Anyone in need of healing—healing from illness, anxiety, fear, or heartbreak—will find enormous help in this book. It is a tonic made of light and wisdom.” — Elizabeth Lesser, co-founder, Omega Institute and author of Broken Open: How Difficult Times Can Help Us Grow“In A Time for Grace, Caroline Myss offers a new model of transformation and healing that will shift how we perceive crisis and illness. A must-read.” — Deepak Chopra, author of The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success“Caroline has been one of my most important spiritual teachers. In her new book, she continues to pierce both hearts and minds with arrows of truth.” — Marianne Williamson, author of The Age of Miracles and A Return to Love“A Time for Grace is a powerful look at the mystical aspects of the process of deep healing. The extraordinary Caroline Myss provides profound insights into the nature of illness and the healing miracles that can occur. What I love about Caroline is that she isn’t afraid to make waves and go way beyond convention to create new paradigms of health.” — Judith Orloff, M.D., author of Emotional Freedom“In this time of extraordinary evolutionary upheaval, Caroline Myss offers a powerful and wise prescription for self-healing that transforms and empowers the reader to gain sovereignty over their physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.” — Bruce H. Lipton, Ph.D., author of The Biology of Belief and Spontaneous Evolution“In A Time for Grace Caroline Myss goes far beyond conventional thinking to describe with precision those areas of experience, those mystical and mysterious events that ultimately account for illness. I found this book to be extraordinarily intelligent and perceptive in charting ways to go deep into the soul to glimpse those faint issues that grow into large problems.” — Thomas Moore, author of Care of the Soul and Writing in the Sand“Like no other author, Myss invariably manages to help us reach yet an even higher level of understanding of how to heal. Run, don’t walk, and buy this book.” — Mona Lisa Schulz, M.D., Ph.D., author of The Intuitive Advisor and Heal Your Mind“In this book, Caroline Myss reminds us that, while we should be grateful for the gift of reason, we should also be aware that the mystery and holiness of life cannot be found in the dim light of reason alone. As A Time for Grace makes clear, the mystics teach that there is in each of us the capacity for mystical experience that transcends reason. Each chapter of this book echoes with the expansive energy of mystical awakening and offers ways we can cultivate this awakening in our lives.” —James Finley, Ph.D., author of Christian Meditation and The Contemplative Heart“Caroline Myss is the most outstanding voice in the field of spirituality and healing alive on the planet today. In A Time for Grace she challenges some of our culture’s most cherished myths about healing, inviting the reader to exit the prison of reason and enter the ‘field of grace’ from which miracles spontaneously arise. Translating universal spiritual wisdom into modern language, Caroline illuminates the journey to empowering both psyche and soul.” — Joan Borysenko, Ph.D., author of Minding the Body, Mending the Mind and Your Soul’s Compass

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Book SynopsisThe first book to consider British history from a magical perspective, and how these arcane magical themes developed over time.Trade Review‘A remarkable book … an inspiration from the heart of the Shire’ -- Robert Plant

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Book SynopsisIs there life after death? Is there a world outside our own? Mankind has wrestled with these profound questions for as long as there has been consciouness. GATEWAYS TO THE OTHERWORLD reveals that ancient man already knew the answers.Acclaimed author, Philip Gardiner, proves that our ancestors were far more advanced scientifically and spiritually than previously believed. Through a special technique, ancient Egyptians and others were able to journey to other realities within themselves in short, to the Otherworld. The author undergoes his own experiments to prove the point.Gardiner makes us consider the fact that ancient man, also, knew more about his place in the universe than previously thought. He placed buildings and objects in specific places around the globe. Why? Because at these points he had discovered areas where lines of energy cross-points with distinct relation to the universal and human wave resonance of electromagnetism. When man journeyed to these places, he was joining with God and visualising the effect.

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Book SynopsisWith this one text, you will gain a thorough overview of the history and current state of the occult from a variety of Western European and North American traditions. Its pages offer the essential knowledge you need to make sense of the occult, along with references for further reading if you want to learn more. You will find here the whole range of occult tradition, lore, history, philosophy, and practice in the Western world.

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