“Rewilding the Urban Soul: Searching for the Wild in the City” by Clarie Dunn

"The US created the world’s first national park and is home to stunning natural beauty, yet 83 percent of Americans live in urban areas. Amid the concrete and the busyness, how can we also answer the call of the wild? Once upon a time, a burned-out Claire Dunn spent a year living off the grid in a wilderness survival program. Yet love and the possibilities of human connection drew her back to the city, where she soon found herself as overscheduled, addicted to her phone, and lost in IKEA as the rest of us. Given all the city offers―comfort, convenience, community, and opportunity―she wants to stay. But to do so, she’ll have to learn how...>>

“Lid Off The Cauldron: A Wicca Handbook” by Patricia Crowther (kindle ebook version)

"Patricia Crowther lifts the lid off the cauldron and reveals the truth about Witchcraft, sharing it's history and the methods and theory behind magic and self-initiation. Included here are spells, chants, prayers, divination methods, information on ancient symbols, the effects of sonics, cosmic tides and the workings of planetary rituals. She discusses how the collective unconscious reflects the reasoning behind the performance of certain ancient folk rituals such as dancing, singing and the acting out of legends."...>>

“Early Irish Myths and Sagas” by Jeffrey Gantz

"First written down in the eighth century AD, these early Irish stories depict a far older world — part myth, part legend and part history. Rich with magic and achingly beautiful, they speak of a land of heroic battles, intense love and warrior ideals, in which the otherworld is explored and men mingle freely with the gods. From the vivid adventures of the great Celtic hero Cu Chulaind, to the stunning 'Exile of the Sons of Uisliu' - a tale of treachery, honour and romance — these are masterpieces of passion and vitality, and form the foundation for the Irish literary tradition: a mythic legacy that was a powerful influence on the work of...>>

“Dungeons and Dragons and Philosophy: Read and Gain Advantage on All Wisdom Checks” by Christopher Robichaud and William Irwin

"Do demons and devils have free will? Does justice exist in Menzoberranzan? What’s the morality involved with player characters casting necromancy and summoning spells? Dungeons & Dragons and Philosophy probes the rich terrain of philosophically compelling concepts and ideas that underlie Dungeons & Dragons, the legendary fantasy role-playing game that grew into a world-wide cultural phenomenon. A series of accessible essays reveals what the imaginary worlds of D&D can teach us about ethics, morality, metaphysics and more. Illustrates a wide variety of philosophical concepts and ideas that arise in Dungeons & Dragons gameplay and presents them in an accessible and entertaining manner Reveals how the strategies, tactics, improvisations, and...>>

“Alchemy: Energize Your Life by Freeing Your Mind” by Denis William Hauck

"The magic and mystery of the ancient craft revealed for a new, modern age. It's completely understandable if you're in the dark about alchemy. It has been practiced around the world and linked to various religious rites, scientific experiments, and of course, magic—a series of beliefs and disciplines that defy categorization and definition. The Awakened Life: Alchemy demystifies this ancient art with an easy-to-understand overview of its history, philosophies, and practices.This new edition, published over a decade after the original, offers even more essential information and tools. In it, you'll find: • The basic principles of alchemy—including the Three Essentials that are present in all things • The alchemist's code—ciphers, signs,...>>