Magick Matters

“There Is No You: Seeing Through the Illusion of the Self” by Andre Halaw

"Nearly every religion, philosophy, and worldview has one belief in common — they all subscribe to the “I” myth, the idea that there is some “I” at the core of each person. This universal fallacy is the root of all human misery and suffering. It is the aim of this work to prove that no such being as an “I” or “you” exists. With any luck, it will be disastrous to your sense of self."...>>

“The Witch’s Athame: The Craft, Lore & Magick of Ritual Blades” by Jason Mankey (kindle version)

"Full of practical applications for both the circle and the home, The Witch's Athame shows you how to utilize the ritual blade to its highest potential. Discover everything you need to know about finding the right athame, personalizing and consecrating it, and using it in your practice. Tracing this impressive tool from ancient times to the present day, The Witch's Athame presents the symbolism, history, and modern uses of the ritual blade. Also featured throughout are "Getting to the Point," short segments of wisdom by knowledgeable writers. From contemporary athames made of stone and crystal to folklore about knives in magic, this book helps enhance your Craft and appreciation of such a versatile tool."...>>

“The Greek Qabalah: Alphabetical Mysticism and Numerology in the Ancient World” by Kieren Barry

"This book will be of interest to a wide range of readers, from students of Ancient History and early Christianity, to Qabalists and modern magicians. Extensive notes and citations from original sources will make this authoritative work an essential reference for researchers and practitioners for years to come. Includes are appendices for tables of alphabetic symbolism, a list of authors, and a numeric dictionary of Greek words, which represents the largest collection of gematria in print."...>>

“Fairytales for the Disenchanted” by Michelle Belanger

"A cursed village whose people would rather go blind than see their truths. A mysterious prophet whose promise of total equality does not end as foretold. A little girl who learns the true cost of plucking a rose. These tales and more are gathered in this satirical collection by Belanger. At turns charming, sarcastic, and incisive, these fractured fairytales explore our "what if's" and "how can we do better's?" Originally published by Shadowfox Publications in 1996. Released for the first time in a digital format."...>>

“Ancient Egypt: Anatomy of a Civilization” by Barry J. Kemp (3rd edition)

"This fully revised and updated third edition of the bestselling Ancient Egypt seeks to identify what gave ancient Egypt its distinctive and enduring characteristics, ranging across material culture, the mindset of its people, and social and economic factors. In this volume, Barry J. Kemp identifies the ideas by which the Egyptians organized their experience of the world and explains how they maintained a uniform style in their art and architecture across three thousand years, whilst accommodating substantial changes in outlook. The underlying aim is to relate ancient Egypt to the broader mainstream of our understanding of how all human societies function. Source material is taken from ancient written documents, while the book also highlights the contribution...>>