27.12.2023

“A Book Lover’s Guide to the Zodiac” edited by Charlie Castelletti

Magick Matters

"A Book Lover’s Guide to the Zodiac marries astrology and literature by connecting both writers and fictional characters to the twelve different star signs and their particular traits. Astrology and literature have so much in common: our star signs help us to understand ourselves, our motivations and our behaviour, whilst reading enables us to make sense of the world, our own characters and those around us. Read how the passionate and overly idealistic Madame Bovary from Flaubert’s masterpiece exhibits all the traits of a Gemini, whilst the unconventional Virginia Woolf and Lewis Carroll, with his groundbreaking stories, are typical Aquarians. With a chapter devoted to each star sign, and featuring entertaining extracts and poetry by classic...>>

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27.12.2023

“Taoism: An Essential Guide” by Eva Wong

Magick Matters

"A leading scholar feng shui master presents the great depth and diversity of Taoist philosophy, practices, and history in this accessible manual to the oft-misunderstood spiritual tradition. Millions of readers have come to the philosophy of Taoism thanks to the classics Tao Te Ching and the I Ching, or through the practices of t'ai chi and feng-shui, but the Tao is less known for its unique traditions of meditation, physical training, magical practice, and internal alchemy. Eva Wong, a leading Taoist practitioner and translator, provides a solid introduction to the Way. All of Taoism’s most important texts, figures, and events are covered, as well as its extraordinarily rich history and remarkable variety of practice. Sections...>>

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27.12.2023

“Teachings of the Tao: Readings from the Taoist Spiritual Tradition” by Eva Wong

Magick Matters

"The Tao that can be spoken of is not the real Way", reads a famous line from the Tao-te-ching. But although the Tao cannot be described by words, words can allow us to catch a fleeting glimpse of that mysterious energy of the universe which is the source of life. The readings in this book are a beginner's entrée into the vast treasury of writings from the sacred Chinese tradition, consisting of original translations of excerpts from the Taoist canon. Brief introductions and notes on the translation accompany the selections from the classics; books of devotional and mystical Taoism; texts of internal alchemy; stories of Taoist immortals, magicians, and sorcerers; ethical tracts; chants and...>>

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27.12.2023

“Poison: The History of Potions, Powders and Murderous Practitioners” by Ben Hubbard

Magick Matters

"As every amateur toxicologist knows, the difference between a poison and medicine is often simply the dose. There is no weapon as insidious, as seductive or as mysterious as poison. In this terrifying account of history’s silent assassin, discover the gripping tales of users, abusers and victims of these mysterious substances, from Cleopatra and Catherine de’ Medici to contemporary secret service agents and terrorists. Documenting royal scandal, political upheaval and personal tragedies, Poison details a gruesome thread that runs often undetected through human history."...>>

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27.12.2023

“The Reality Pirate’s Guide to Your Paranormal Normal” by Zoli Althea Browne

Magick Matters

"Reality is not what it used to be. In this time of uncertainty, we choose hope and wisdom over fear of the unknown. That which can be sensed in the physical is not all that exists. The Reality Pirate’s Guide to Your Paranormal Normal delves into the unseen and unexplained. Explore supernatural concepts and spiritual insight on topics you are curious to know more about: Normalizing mysticism Uncovering portals connecting dimensions Discovering off-worlder populations Challenging perceptions of evil Mental healing through meditation and service Expand your reality and embrace the normalcy of paranormal experiences through the unique lens of the Reality...>>

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