14.10.2021

“Lights, Camera, Witchcraft: A Critical History of Witches in American Film and Television” by Heather Greene

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"Follow the Witch Through Decades of American Entertainment Deviant mistress of the dark arts. Goddess worshipper dancing in the moonlight. Crystal-wielding bookworm with a black hat and broom. We recognize the witch because no industry has been quite so influential in shaping our vision of her as Hollywood. This comprehensive book delves into the fascinating history of witchcraft and witches in American film and television. From Joan the Woman and The Wizard of Oz to Carrie and Charmed, author and film scholar Heather Greene explores how these movies and TV shows helped influence the public image of the witch and profoundly affected how women negotiate their power in a patriarchal society. Greene presents more than two...>>

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13.10.2021

“A Treasury of British Folklore: Maypoles, Mandrakes & Mistletoe” by Dee Dee Chainey

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"An entertaining and engrossing collection of British customs, superstitions and legends from past and present. Did you know, in Cumbria it was believed a person lying on a pillow stuffed with pigeon’s feathers could not die? Or that green is an unlucky colour for wedding dresses? In Scotland it was thought you could ward off fairies by hanging your trousers from the foot of the bed, and in Gloucestershire you could cure warts by cutting notches in the bark of an ash tree. You’ve heard about King Arthur and St George, but how about the Green Man, a vegetative deity who is seen to symbolise death and rebirth? Or Black Shuck, the giant ghostly dog who...>>

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13.10.2021

“Plagues upon the Earth: Disease and the Course of Human History” by Kyle Harper

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"A sweeping germ’s-eye view of history from human origins to global pandemics, Plagues upon the Earth is a monumental history of humans and their germs. Weaving together a grand narrative of global history with insights from cutting-edge genetics, Kyle Harper explains why humanity’s uniquely dangerous disease pool is rooted deep in our evolutionary past, and why its growth is accelerated by technological progress. He shows that the story of disease is entangled with the history of slavery, colonialism, and capitalism, and reveals the enduring effects of historical plagues in patterns of wealth, health, power, and inequality. He also tells the story of humanity’s escape from infectious disease―a triumph that makes life as we know...>>

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13.10.2021

“The Magic of Tarot: Your Guide to Intuitive Readings, Rituals, and Spells” by Sasha Graham

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"Bring Enchantment and Luminous Energy into Your Readings Tarot is more than a card trick. It's a chance to empower your intuition, dive into your dreams, and get to the heart of the matter. The Magic of Tarot is a fantastic guide to creating your own marvelous and magical practice. With her irresistible charm and straightforward guidance, Sasha Graham shows you how to craft a divine, sparkling destiny using spreads, exercises, spells, and prompts. The Magic of Tarot opens your eyes to a richer, more enlightened style of divination. Sasha encourages you to flex your intuitive muscles, confidently use tarot magic and rituals, and perform readings for other people. She also walks you through every card...>>

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13.10.2021

“Psychic Awakening: A Beginner’s Guide to Developing Your Intuitive Psychic Abilities, Including Clairvoyance, Mind Reading, Manifestation, Astral Projection, Mediumship, and Spirit Guides” by Harlow Wolfe

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"Have you ever felt you were missing out on something in life? Have you ever known you were about to get a phone call before the phone rang? Had a dream that a loved one was in trouble, and later found out it was true? Met someone new and instantly had a bad feeling about them? We are all born with psychic abilities, and like all abilities, we can make them stronger through practice. This book will show you how. Harlow Wolfe has been developing his psychic abilities for decades and helping others develop their own. In Psychic Awakening, you’ll learn simple and practical techniques and exercises designed for beginners. You’ll learn: - How to enhance...>>

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