Pop Culture Magic

Pop Culture Magic
Author: Taylor Ellwood
Publisher: Immanion Press/Magalithica Books
Total Pages: 212
Release: 2004
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN:

Grimoires

Grimoires
Author: Owen Davies
Publisher: OUP Oxford
Total Pages: 553
Release: 2010-09-23
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 0191509248

What is a grimoire? The word has a familiar ring to many people, particularly as a consequence of such popular television dramas as Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Charmed. But few people are sure exactly what it means. Put simply, grimoires are books of spells that were first recorded in the Ancient Middle East and which have developed and spread across much of the Western Hemisphere and beyond over the ensuing millennia. At their most benign, they contain charms and remedies for natural and supernatural ailments and advice on contacting spirits to help find treasures and protect from evil. But at their most sinister they provide instructions on how to manipulate people for corrupt purposes and, worst of all, to call up and make a pact with the Devil. Both types have proven remarkably resilient and adaptable and retain much of their relevance and fascination to this day. But the grimoire represents much more than just magic. To understand the history of grimoires is to understand the spread of Christianity, the development of early science, the cultural influence of the print revolution, the growth of literacy, the impact of colonialism, and the expansion of western cultures across the oceans. As this book richly demonstrates, the history of grimoires illuminates many of the most important developments in European history over the last two thousand years.

Vampyre Magick

Vampyre Magick
Author: Father Sebastiaan
Publisher: Weiser Books
Total Pages: 210
Release: 2012-03-15
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 1609255984

Since the dawn of civilization, the vampire has danced through the dreams and nightmares of every culture, expressed in folklore, literature, and art. Today, this fascination resonates in pop-culture through hit television shows, movies, and bestselling books. In Vampyre Magick, Father Sebastiaan reveals the hidden rituals and spells of the Living Vampires. This companion volume to Sebastiaan’s Vampyre Sanguinomicon, is intended for initiates of the Stigoii Vii, but will appeal to any scholar of magickal arts, The Golden Dawn, or other Western Mystery Traditions.

Light Magic for Dark Times

Light Magic for Dark Times
Author: Lisa Marie Basile
Publisher: Fair Winds Press
Total Pages: 179
Release: 2018-09-11
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 1631595873

When the world around you turns dark, tap into the light. If you’re having a hard time finding that light, facing trauma and division, or want to send healing vibes to a friend, the inspired, easy-to-do spells of Light Magic for Dark Times can assist. Luna Luna magazine’s Lisa Marie Basile shares inspired spells, rituals, and practices, including: A new moon ritual for attracting a lover A spell to banish recurring nightmares A graveyard meditation for engaging with death A mermaid ritual for going with the flow A zodiac practice for tapping into celestial mojo A rose-quartz elixir for finding self-love A spell to recharge after a protest or social justice work These 100 spells are ideal for those inexperienced with self-care rituals, as well as experienced witches. They can be cast during a crisis or to help prevent one, to protect loved ones, to welcome new beginnings, to heal from grief, or to find strength. Whether you’re working with the earth, performing a cleanse with water or smoke, healing with tinctures or crystals, meditating through grief, brewing, enchanting, or communing with your coven, Light Magic for Dark Times will help you tap into your inner witch in times of need.

Grimoires

Grimoires
Author: Owen Davies
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Total Pages: 381
Release: 2010
Genre: History
ISBN: 0199590044

Grimoires are books of spells that were first recorded in the Ancient Middle East and which have developed and spread over the ensuing millennia.

Grimoire For The Apprentice Wizard

Grimoire For The Apprentice Wizard
Author: Oberon Zell-Ravenheart
Publisher: Red Wheel/Weiser
Total Pages: 1062
Release: 2004-02-04
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 1601639716

Here is the book Merlin could have given a young Arthur . . . if only it had existed. Out of the millions of Harry Potter fans worldwide, there are tens of thousands who want to really do the magical things J.K. Rowling writes about. But would-be wizards must rely on information passed down from wizard elders. Is there a Hogwarts anywhere in the real world? A real Albus Dumbledore? Where is the book these aspiring wizards need? Luckily for all those fans, Oberon Zell-Ravenheart, today’s foremost genuine wizard, has written the essential handbook. What’s more, he has gathered some of the greatest names in Wicca—including Ellen Evert Hopman, Raymond Buckland, Raven Grimassi, Patricia Telesco, Jesse Wolf Hardin, Morning Glory Zell-Ravenheart, and many more into a modern-day “Grey Council” to publish for the first time everything an aspiring wizard needs to know. Lurking within the pages of Grimoire for the Apperntice Wizard are: Biographies of famous wizards of history and legend Detailed descriptions of magickal tools and regalia (with full instructions for making them) Rites and rituals for special occasions A bestiary of mythical creatures The Laws of Magick Myths and stories of gods and heroes Lore and legends of the stars and constellations Instruction for performing amazing illusions, special effects, and many other wonders of the magical multiverse Praise forGrimoire for the Apprentice Wizard “I can’t think of a better, more qualified person to write a Handbook for Apprentice Wizards. Oberon is a Wizard.” —Raymond Bucklland, author of Buckland’s Complete Book of Witchcraft “Oberon is not only extremely learned in the magickal arts but he communicates that knowledge with wit and charm.” —Fiona Horne, author of Witch: A Magickal Journey and star of Mad, Mad, Mad House

The Sacred in Fantastic Fandom

The Sacred in Fantastic Fandom
Author: Carole M. Cusack
Publisher: McFarland
Total Pages: 210
Release: 2019-05-07
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1476670838

To the casual observer, similarities between fan communities and religious believers are difficult to find. Religion is traditional, institutional, and serious; whereas fandom is contemporary, individualistic, and fun. Can the robes of nuns and priests be compared to cosplay outfits of Jedi Knights and anime characters? Can travelling to fan conventions be understood as pilgrimages to the shrines of saints? These new essays investigate fan activities connected to books, film, and online games, such as Harry Potter-themed weddings, using The Hobbit as a sacred text, and taking on heroic roles in World of Warcraft. Young Muslim women cosplayers are brought into conversation with Chaos magicians who use pop culture tropes and characters. A range of canonical texts, such as Supernatural, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and Sherlock--are examined in terms of the pleasure and enchantment of repeated viewing. Popular culture is revealed to be a fertile source of religious and spiritual creativity in the contemporary world.

Terrifying Texts

Terrifying Texts
Author: Cynthia J. Miller
Publisher: McFarland
Total Pages: 269
Release: 2018-08-28
Genre: Performing Arts
ISBN: 1476633746

From Faust (1926) to The Babadook (2014), books have been featured in horror films as warnings, gateways, prisons and manifestations of the monstrous. Ancient grimoires such as the Necronomicon serve as timeless vessels of knowledge beyond human comprehension, while runes, summoning diaries, and spell books offer their readers access to the powers of the supernatural--but at what cost? This collection of new essays examines nearly a century of genre horror in which on-screen texts drive and shape their narratives, sometimes unnoticed. The contributors explore American films like The Evil Dead (1981), The Prophecy (1995) and It Follows (2014), as well as such international films as Eric Valette's Malefique (2002), Paco Cabeza's The Appeared (2007) and Lucio Fulci's The Beyond (1981).

The Pop Culture Grimoire 2.0

The Pop Culture Grimoire 2.0
Author: Taylor Ellwood
Publisher: Megalithica Books
Total Pages: 152
Release: 2015-10-09
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 9780993237140

In the Pop Culture Grimoire 2.0 you'll discover what various pop culture magicians are doing with pop culture magic and how you can also take your pop culture magic to the next level. In this book you'll learn about: Pop music magic How to work with villains What pop culture paganism is How to create your own pop culture characters and entities Social media magic How to use logos for magical work ...and much, much more. The Pop Culture Grimoire 2.0 features the work of Felix Warren, Kalisara, Leni Hester, Taylor Ellwood, John Varan, Azucena Enloe, Diana Rajchel, Danyel Fallen, Roy Tottie, Mark Coates, Deborah Hodgson, Laurie Pneumatikos, Miguel Marques, Colleen Chitty, Molly Khan, Thomas Chaote, and Emily Carlin. We invite you to explore the future of pop culture magic with us and start creating it in your work as well!

Grimoire for the Green Witch

Grimoire for the Green Witch
Author: Ann Moura
Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide
Total Pages: 364
Release: 2012-11-08
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 0738717835

The author of the popular Green Witchcraft series presents her personal Book of Shadows, designed for you to use just as she uses it-as a working guide to ritual, spells, and divination. This ready-made, authentic grimoire is based on family tradition and actual magical experience, and is easily adaptable to any tradition of Witchcraft. Grimoire for the Green Witch offers a treasury of magical information—rituals for Esbats and Sabbats, correspondences, circle-casting techniques, sigils, symbols, recitations, spells, teas, oils, baths, and divinations. Every aspect of Craft practice is addressed, from the purely magical to the personally spiritual. It is a distillation of Green practice, with room for growth and new inspiration. 2004 COVR Award First Runner Up