Magick Matters

“Druids: A Very Short Introduction” by Barry Cunliffe

"The Druids have been known and discussed for at least 2400 years, first by Greek writers and later by the Romans, who came in contact with them in Gaul and Britain. According to these sources, they were a learned caste who officiated in religious ceremonies, taught the ancient wisdoms, and were revered as philosophers. But few figures flit so elusively through history, and the Druids remain enigmatic and puzzling to this day. In this Very Short Introduction, one of the leading authorities on British archaeology, Barry Cunliffe, takes the reader on a fast-paced look at the ever-fascinating story of the Druids, as seen in the context of the times and places in which they...>>

“Psychedelics and Psychotherapy: The Healing Potential of Expanded States” by Tim Read and Maria Papaspyrou

"An exploration of the latest developments from the flourishing field of modern psychedelic psychotherapy • Examines the therapeutic potential of expanded states, underground psychedelic psychotherapy, harm reduction, new approaches for healing individual and collective trauma, and training considerations • Addresses challenging psychedelic experiences, spiritual emergencies, and the central importance of the therapeutic relationship • Details the use of cannabis as a psychedelic tool, spiritual exploration with LSD, micro-dosing with Iboga, and MDMA-assisted psychotherapy for PTSD Exploring the latest developments in the flourishing field of modern psychedelic psycho-therapy, this book shares practical experiences and insights from both elders and newer research voices in the psychedelic research and clinical communities. The contributors examine new findings on safe and skillful work...>>

“Harnessing the Five States of Your Brain: Learn How to Create and Use Binaural Beats to Enhance all Aspects of your Life” by Benjamin East

"This EBook explains the five states of your brain and how to use binaural beats to enhance the quality of your life. I have pulled together various researches from around the web and compiled them into a small yet effective source of knowledge. I have included a step by step tutorial on how to create and use your own high quality binaural beats for free. With this EBook you will be introduced to free websites that will allow you generate binaural audio quickly and easily. This book contains a huge list of known frequencies and how they affect people. You will be given resources at the end to expand your knowledge and continue the growth...>>

“Bali: Sekala & Niskala: Essays on Religion, Ritual, and Art” by Fred B. Eiseman, Jr.

"In Bali, what you see—sekala—is a colorful world of ceremony, ritual, dance, and drama. What you don't see what is occult—niskala—is the doctrine underlying the pageants, the code underlying the rites, and the magic underlying the dance. In this book, author Fred Eiseman explores both tangibles and intangibles in the realm of Balinese religion, ritual, and performing arts. The essays collected here topics ranging from Hindu mythology to modern gamelan music. Eiseman's approach is that of a dedicated reporter in love with his subject—he has the knowledge and patience to explain the near–infinite permutations of the Balinese calendar, and yet he is still moved by the majesty of the great Eka Dasa Rudra ceremony. The...>>