Magick Matters

“The Opal (and other stories)” by Gustav Meyrink

"These tales — sci-fi, ghost stories, gothic fables, oriental allegories — were written in the first decade of the century and are now translated for the first time. They make a magnificent introduction to the bizarre genius of Meyrink, which combined the sharp Bohemian scepticism of his contemporary Kafka with the mordant humour and outreach of Swift. Meyrink's short stories epitomised the non-plus-ultra of all modern writing. Their magnificent colour, their spine-chilling and bizarre inventiveness, their aggression, their succinctness of style, their overwhelming originality of ideas, which is so evident in every sentence and phrase that there seems to be no lacunae; all this captivates me, and seems to me to provide the proper antidote...>>

“Traditional Witchcraft and the Pagan Revival: A Magical Anthropology” by Melusine Draco

"Traditional Witchcraft and the Pagan Revival takes us on a journey into the past, along the highways and byways of our pagan heritage to discover when the different aspects of magical influence entered traditional witchcraft. It will appeal to everyone with an interest in magic, witchcraft and paganism - from grass roots to the more advanced levels of Wicca - who wish to learn more about the different traditions and their antecedents."...>>

“The Secret Language of Astrology: The Illustrated Key to Unlocking the Secrets of the Stars” by Roy Gillett

"What is the effect of each of the planets on your zodiac sign? What is the influence of the 12 "houses"? What are "aspects" and how do they relate to your birth chart? In this unique book and weblink package, renowned astrologer Roy Gillett uncovers the hidden layers of astrology to explain the complex interplay of influences that shape our character. The Secret Language of Astrology gives access to an AstrolableTM website created exclusively for the book, enabling you to create a detailed birth chart for yourself, or for family or friends, within seconds. A historical introduction traces the history of astrology from antiquity to the present day. The second part of the book,...>>