Magick Matters

“Astral Projection Without Tears: A Primer in Out-of-Body Travel” by Mark Gurriaran

"Do you feel that astral projection is a very difficult discipline? Do you struggle to leave your physical body, yet don’t seem to understand the underlying reason that’s preventing you from succeeding? Are you tired of OBE instructions that feel anything but familiar? If your answer to all those questions is Yes, then this book is certainly for you. Astral Projection Without Tears is a short, concise and easy-to-read guide on how to have out-of-body experiences. The instructions to have them provided herein are far from cryptical—on the contrary, they are explained by means of analogy, often compared with the process of falling asleep and other experiences that we are all familiar with. Through analogy, ...>>

“Scrying the Secrets of the Future: How to Use Crystal Ball, Fire, Wax, Mirrors, Shadows, and Spirit Guides to Reveal Your Destiny” by Cassandra Eason (full book)

"Scrying the Secrets of the Future offers practical, hands-on guidance to using a wide variety of methods from many cultures and ages-from Ancient Egypt, the Aztecs and Mayans, and Classical Greece and Rome to Medieval European magicians, village wise women and 21st century coffee-shop divination. Discussion of each method includes its history and cultural background, traditional practices, and how to adapt these techniques to the needs of the modern world and everyday decision making."...>>

“High Magic II: Expanded Theory & Practice” by Frater U.:D.:

"Let There be Neither God nor Master Above Us. Europe’s best-known mage and contemporary occult author, Frater U∴D∴ shares his extensive magical expertise in the companion volume to his highly acclaimed High Magic. Previously unavailable in English, High Magic II has been eagerly awaited by ceremonial magicians, mages, and Hermetic practitioners. This comprehensive guide explores a variety of magical topics―mirror magic, sigil magic, shamanism, magical orders, mudras, folk magic, and divination―in a modern, non-dogmatic way. The integrated, progressive approach of this book on high magic is designed to help the reader develop a holistic understanding of the underlying magical theories and a true mastery of the magical techniques. Themes in the text recur, focusing ...>>

“High Magic: Theory & Practice” by Frater U.:D.:

"Knowledge is power. And when it comes to magic, the more you know, the more successful you will become. This book provides you with a thorough introduction to magical theory along with proven and useful exercises and spells designed to enhance and expand your magical abilities. Often called ceremonial or ritual magic, high magic incorporates occult and esoteric knowledge from ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome as well as medieval Judaism and Christianity. This stream of knowledge has been practiced by diverse magical groups: the Freemasons, the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn and the Ordo Templi Orientis, as well as luminaries such as W.B. Yeats, Alesiter Crowley, and Kenneth Anger. Respected magician and occult scholar ...>>

“The Norse Myths That Shape the Way We Think” by Carolyne Larrington

"A fresh look at the stories at the heart of Norse mythology, exploring their cultural impact up to the present day. This brilliantly original and accessible guide explores how Valhalla and its Valkyries have inspired our cultural landscape, from Wagner to the Marvel Universe. Carolyne Larrington’s elegantly written retellings capture the beauty of the original myths, while also delving deeper into the history of their meanings, offering the reader an intelligent and up-to-date take on these powerful stories. A ruggedly handsome blond man swings his huge hammer. Gaunt-faced figures with icicle crowns and frost-rimmed cheekbones march from the north through an endless winter. These strange supernatural figures might sound familiar―and also like creatures of myth ...>>