Ankarloo, Bengt and Henningsen, Gustav. Early Modern European Witchcraft. New York. Oxford University Press Inc. 1993. Print
This book covers not only the witch hunts in Europe but it also takes a look at the inner workings of witchcraft such as the Sabbaths, methods, and other ways of European witchcraft. This book is recommended because it's perspective is not from the Anglo-Saxon view, which has caused information of what witchcraft is to be blurred. Bengt Ankarloo has taught at Lund University while Gustav Henningsen has worked the Danish Folklore Archives in Copenhagen, Denmark.
This book covers not only the witch hunts in Europe but it also takes a look at the inner workings of witchcraft such as the Sabbaths, methods, and other ways of European witchcraft. This book is recommended because it's perspective is not from the Anglo-Saxon view, which has caused information of what witchcraft is to be blurred. Bengt Ankarloo has taught at Lund University while Gustav Henningsen has worked the Danish Folklore Archives in Copenhagen, Denmark.
Sabin, Thea. Wicca For Beginners: Fundamentals of Philosophy & Practice. Minnesota. Llewellyn Publications. 2006. Print
This book goes into detail about the philosophies behind Wicca as well as it's practices. It touches on things such as grounding and meditation. It gives a solid explanation of what Wicca is and some of things that Wiccans incorporate into their religion. This book is recommended because it offers informative information on Wicca in an easy to comprehend way. Thea Sabin has a masters in education and has taught high school English and Theater.
This book goes into detail about the philosophies behind Wicca as well as it's practices. It touches on things such as grounding and meditation. It gives a solid explanation of what Wicca is and some of things that Wiccans incorporate into their religion. This book is recommended because it offers informative information on Wicca in an easy to comprehend way. Thea Sabin has a masters in education and has taught high school English and Theater.
Buckland, Raymond. Buckland's Complete Book of Witchcraft. Minnesota. Llewellyn Publications. 2002. Print.
This books explains some of the different sects of witchcraft such the Dianic Tradition and the Alexandrian Tradition. It also has chapters on herbs and ceremonial practice. This book is recommended because it touches on some of the different kinds of witchcraft and what they do specifically. Raymond Buckland has been interested in the occult for sixty years and has lectured at universities as well as being in newspapers and magazine articles.
Pita, Maria Isabel. A Concise Guide to Ancient Egypt's Magic & Religion. Medieval Institutions Publications. 2009. Print.
This book takes a look into ancient Egypt's magic and religion. It goes into to describe the meaning on symbols such as the Ankh and the Eye of Horus as well as Gods and Goddesses. This book is recommended because it touches on the ancient Egyptian culture's use of magic which could be considered witchcraft. Maria Isabel is a best selling author and has written women's fiction books.
Forst, Timon and Upham, Caroline. SALEM WITCHES Hysteria & Tragedy (Annotated). 2012. Print
This book goes over what happened during the Salem Witch Trials. It looks into details about the amount of kills and who was killed. It also looks into the reason as to why it all happened. This book is recommended because it investigates the Salem Witch Trails and gives important details relating to the time and events. Timon Forst has revised this book, which was originally wrote by Caroline Upham, to be less tedious and more informative.
The Witches' Voice Inc. The Witches' Voice. The Witches' Voice, 1997-2013. Web. 30 May. 2013
The Witches' Voice is a community website that hosts a variety of articles and essays pertaining to the different aspects of the pagan religions and community to help educate those seeking information on the subject. A few examples being information of pagan holidays like Yule, Imbolc, and Samhain. This source is recommended due to the large amount information it has and the large input of individual perspectives it offers. The Witches' Voice is a proactive educational network that provide news and other information on and for Pagans, Heathens, Witches, and Wiccans.
African American Wiccan Society. AAW Society. African American Wiccan Society, 2012-2013. Web. 30 May. 2013
African American Wiccan society provides information of what Wicca is, a little bit of history on Wicca during the early years it come out in America, and how some African American women were drawn to the practice. It also goes into some detail on African pagan civilizations. This site is recommended because it gives an African American view on what Wicca and Paganism is. AAW Society seeks to enlighten all, especially African Americans, who seek a pagan approach to their spirituality.
Lady Hecate. Hecate's Cauldron. Hecate's Cauldron, 2002-2013. Web. 30 May. 2013
Hecate's Cauldron takes a more narrow view and focuses more on The Goddess and female aspect of witchcraft. This site is recommended because it shows a more specific and popular way of how some perform witchcraft. Lady Hecate is a a Third Degree, Elevated High Priestess in both the Gardnerian and Alexandrian forms of Wicca.
All Things Healing. All Things Healing. Inspiring Change, LLC, 2010-2013. Web. 31 May. 2013
All Things Healing is a site that focuses on healing through a variety of ways as well as offering information Shamanism. From acupuncture to herbal healing, All Things Healing has an abundant amount of information for viewers to read up on. This site is recommended because it has information on healing through varies methods such acupuncture and herbal tea, it also has a bit of information on Shamanism. All Things Healing is dedicated to providing knowledge on healing, be it spiritual, mind, or body.
The Foundation of Shamanic Studies. The Foundation of Shamanic Studies. The Foundation of Shamanic Studies, 2000-2013. Web. 31 May. 2013
The Foundation of Shamanic Studies offers information for education on Shamanism. It provides workshops for and on Shamanism and shamanic healing. It was started in 1979. This site is recommended because it offers information on Shamanism, a practice that has little information on it widely known. The FSS seeks to help preserve and teach the knowledge of Shamanism.
Joelle. Joelle's Sacred Grove. Joelle, 1998-2001. Web. 31 May. 2013
Joelle's Sacred Grove provides information on the Celtic tradition of witchcraft and Wicca. It includes everything from the tradition's lore to information on things like candle magic and it's holidays associated with it. This site is recommended because it contains information of Celtic Wicca and witchcraft. Joelle is a practicing pagan as well as a Certified Nursery Professional.
Idizol, Angela. Gro Mambo. Blakskorpion Designs, 2007-2011. Web. 31 May. 2013
Gro Mambo has information on the Voodoo religion such as it's history, hierarchy, and traditions. This site is recommended because it contains information written by an actual practitioner of the religion who has been through extensive studying on the religion. Angela Idizol is a high priestess who has studied Haitian Voodoo and founded Le Peristyle Haitian Sanctuary in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Heart O Scotland. Heart O Scotland. Heart O Scotland website, 2002-2013. Web. 31 May.2013
Heart O Scotland is a site dedicated to explaining the Celtic traditions of Scotland such as religion, culture, holidays and the like. This site is recommended because it provides information on Celtic traditions. Heart O Scotland provides information of the Scottish people and Celtic traditions of Scotland.
Wigington, Patti. " History of Yule ". About.com Paganism/Wicca. About.com. n.d. Web. 31 May. 2013.
This article goes into detail on the pagan celebration of Yule, which is also called the winter solstice. It then goes on to explain Yule's history and how some of the different ways that different pagan culture preform the celebration. This source is recommended because it provides reliable information on the holiday Yule. Patti Wigington has over twenty years of studying modern pagan cultures and has studied varies magical and occult systems including Wicca.
Wigington, Patti. " History of Imbolc ". About.com Paganism/Wicca. About.com. n.d. Web. 31 May. 2013
This article explains the history of Imbolc. It gives information in what it is, the time between the Winter Solstice and The Spring Equinox, and also explains how different cultures and religions interpret it. This source is recommended because the author has had experience in the pagan traditions. Patti Wigington has over twenty years of studying modern pagan cultures and has studied varies magical and occult systems including Wicca.
Wigington, Patti. " History of Ostara, the Spring Equinox ". About.com Paganism/Wicca. About.com. n.d. Web. 31 May. 2013.
This articles explains about Ostara, the spring equinox and how pagans celebrate it. Ostara for many is a time to celebrate the spring and the planting of new crops. This is recommended because it explains the origin of Ostara as well gives some examples of how other cultures practice it. Patti Wigington has over twenty years of studying modern pagan cultures and has studied varies magical and occult systems including Wicca.
Wigington, Patti. " How Does Magic Work ". About.com Paganism/Wicca. About.com. n.d. Web. 31 May. 2013.
This explains how magic works to a practitioner. It has a few examples on how some view it and talks about the spiritual and healing properties of some of materials one might use, such as rose quartz symbolizing love and other matters of the heart. It then goes on to explain that magic for some is as simple as being intent on something and using that energy to perform magic. Patti Wigington has over twenty years of studying modern pagan cultures and has studied varies magical and occult systems including Wicca.
Wigington, Patti. " Wicca, Witchcraft, or Paganism? ". About.com Paganism/Wicca. About.com. n.d. Web. 31 May. 2013.
This explains and clears up general confusion most have when one refers to themselves as pagan and differentiates between being a Wiccan, Pagan, or Witch. It explains how pagan is an umbrella term and how many terms, such as Wicca, falls under that umbrella. This source is recommended because it helps clear up confusion on the difference between Wicca, Witchcraft, and Paganism. Patti Wigington has over twenty years of studying modern pagan cultures and has studied varies magical and occult systems including Wicca.
This books explains some of the different sects of witchcraft such the Dianic Tradition and the Alexandrian Tradition. It also has chapters on herbs and ceremonial practice. This book is recommended because it touches on some of the different kinds of witchcraft and what they do specifically. Raymond Buckland has been interested in the occult for sixty years and has lectured at universities as well as being in newspapers and magazine articles.
Pita, Maria Isabel. A Concise Guide to Ancient Egypt's Magic & Religion. Medieval Institutions Publications. 2009. Print.
This book takes a look into ancient Egypt's magic and religion. It goes into to describe the meaning on symbols such as the Ankh and the Eye of Horus as well as Gods and Goddesses. This book is recommended because it touches on the ancient Egyptian culture's use of magic which could be considered witchcraft. Maria Isabel is a best selling author and has written women's fiction books.
Forst, Timon and Upham, Caroline. SALEM WITCHES Hysteria & Tragedy (Annotated). 2012. Print
This book goes over what happened during the Salem Witch Trials. It looks into details about the amount of kills and who was killed. It also looks into the reason as to why it all happened. This book is recommended because it investigates the Salem Witch Trails and gives important details relating to the time and events. Timon Forst has revised this book, which was originally wrote by Caroline Upham, to be less tedious and more informative.
Rose, Evylyn. Messages In The Moonlight. Messages In The Moonlight, 2003- 20013. Web. 26 May.
2013
This site contains material relating to
both Wicca and witchcraft. It does a good job at describing the basics of Wicca and dispelling common myths from within and outside of Wicca Not only that but
it touches on things like god and goddess worship, oaths, and other information
those new to Wicca should know. This site is recommended because it offers a
generous amount of information on Wicca that is easy to understand. Rose Evylyn
was from a Catholic family and eventually transitioned to becoming a wiccan.
She has also earned a Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology.
Circle of Aradia. Circle of Aradia. Circle of Aradia, 2008. Web. 30 May. 2013
Circle of Aradia is a site that is dedicated to Dianic Wicca. It offers education in the way of Dianic witchcraft, how to cast a circle, etc. Circle of Aradia explains how it corporate feminist ideals into it's practice. This site is recommended because it gives specific attention Dianic Wicca as a path instead of just Wicca in general. Circle of Arcadia was co-founded by Ruth Barrett who became a high priest on October 31 1980.
Circle of Aradia. Circle of Aradia. Circle of Aradia, 2008. Web. 30 May. 2013
Circle of Aradia is a site that is dedicated to Dianic Wicca. It offers education in the way of Dianic witchcraft, how to cast a circle, etc. Circle of Aradia explains how it corporate feminist ideals into it's practice. This site is recommended because it gives specific attention Dianic Wicca as a path instead of just Wicca in general. Circle of Arcadia was co-founded by Ruth Barrett who became a high priest on October 31 1980.
The Witches' Voice Inc. The Witches' Voice. The Witches' Voice, 1997-2013. Web. 30 May. 2013
The Witches' Voice is a community website that hosts a variety of articles and essays pertaining to the different aspects of the pagan religions and community to help educate those seeking information on the subject. A few examples being information of pagan holidays like Yule, Imbolc, and Samhain. This source is recommended due to the large amount information it has and the large input of individual perspectives it offers. The Witches' Voice is a proactive educational network that provide news and other information on and for Pagans, Heathens, Witches, and Wiccans.
African American Wiccan Society. AAW Society. African American Wiccan Society, 2012-2013. Web. 30 May. 2013
African American Wiccan society provides information of what Wicca is, a little bit of history on Wicca during the early years it come out in America, and how some African American women were drawn to the practice. It also goes into some detail on African pagan civilizations. This site is recommended because it gives an African American view on what Wicca and Paganism is. AAW Society seeks to enlighten all, especially African Americans, who seek a pagan approach to their spirituality.
Lady Hecate. Hecate's Cauldron. Hecate's Cauldron, 2002-2013. Web. 30 May. 2013
Hecate's Cauldron takes a more narrow view and focuses more on The Goddess and female aspect of witchcraft. This site is recommended because it shows a more specific and popular way of how some perform witchcraft. Lady Hecate is a a Third Degree, Elevated High Priestess in both the Gardnerian and Alexandrian forms of Wicca.
All Things Healing. All Things Healing. Inspiring Change, LLC, 2010-2013. Web. 31 May. 2013
All Things Healing is a site that focuses on healing through a variety of ways as well as offering information Shamanism. From acupuncture to herbal healing, All Things Healing has an abundant amount of information for viewers to read up on. This site is recommended because it has information on healing through varies methods such acupuncture and herbal tea, it also has a bit of information on Shamanism. All Things Healing is dedicated to providing knowledge on healing, be it spiritual, mind, or body.
The Foundation of Shamanic Studies. The Foundation of Shamanic Studies. The Foundation of Shamanic Studies, 2000-2013. Web. 31 May. 2013
The Foundation of Shamanic Studies offers information for education on Shamanism. It provides workshops for and on Shamanism and shamanic healing. It was started in 1979. This site is recommended because it offers information on Shamanism, a practice that has little information on it widely known. The FSS seeks to help preserve and teach the knowledge of Shamanism.
Joelle. Joelle's Sacred Grove. Joelle, 1998-2001. Web. 31 May. 2013
Joelle's Sacred Grove provides information on the Celtic tradition of witchcraft and Wicca. It includes everything from the tradition's lore to information on things like candle magic and it's holidays associated with it. This site is recommended because it contains information of Celtic Wicca and witchcraft. Joelle is a practicing pagan as well as a Certified Nursery Professional.
Idizol, Angela. Gro Mambo. Blakskorpion Designs, 2007-2011. Web. 31 May. 2013
Gro Mambo has information on the Voodoo religion such as it's history, hierarchy, and traditions. This site is recommended because it contains information written by an actual practitioner of the religion who has been through extensive studying on the religion. Angela Idizol is a high priestess who has studied Haitian Voodoo and founded Le Peristyle Haitian Sanctuary in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Heart O Scotland. Heart O Scotland. Heart O Scotland website, 2002-2013. Web. 31 May.2013
Heart O Scotland is a site dedicated to explaining the Celtic traditions of Scotland such as religion, culture, holidays and the like. This site is recommended because it provides information on Celtic traditions. Heart O Scotland provides information of the Scottish people and Celtic traditions of Scotland.
Wigington, Patti. " History of Yule ". About.com Paganism/Wicca. About.com. n.d. Web. 31 May. 2013.
This article goes into detail on the pagan celebration of Yule, which is also called the winter solstice. It then goes on to explain Yule's history and how some of the different ways that different pagan culture preform the celebration. This source is recommended because it provides reliable information on the holiday Yule. Patti Wigington has over twenty years of studying modern pagan cultures and has studied varies magical and occult systems including Wicca.
Wigington, Patti. " History of Imbolc ". About.com Paganism/Wicca. About.com. n.d. Web. 31 May. 2013
This article explains the history of Imbolc. It gives information in what it is, the time between the Winter Solstice and The Spring Equinox, and also explains how different cultures and religions interpret it. This source is recommended because the author has had experience in the pagan traditions. Patti Wigington has over twenty years of studying modern pagan cultures and has studied varies magical and occult systems including Wicca.
Wigington, Patti. " History of Ostara, the Spring Equinox ". About.com Paganism/Wicca. About.com. n.d. Web. 31 May. 2013.
This articles explains about Ostara, the spring equinox and how pagans celebrate it. Ostara for many is a time to celebrate the spring and the planting of new crops. This is recommended because it explains the origin of Ostara as well gives some examples of how other cultures practice it. Patti Wigington has over twenty years of studying modern pagan cultures and has studied varies magical and occult systems including Wicca.
Wigington, Patti. " How Does Magic Work ". About.com Paganism/Wicca. About.com. n.d. Web. 31 May. 2013.
This explains how magic works to a practitioner. It has a few examples on how some view it and talks about the spiritual and healing properties of some of materials one might use, such as rose quartz symbolizing love and other matters of the heart. It then goes on to explain that magic for some is as simple as being intent on something and using that energy to perform magic. Patti Wigington has over twenty years of studying modern pagan cultures and has studied varies magical and occult systems including Wicca.
Wigington, Patti. " Wicca, Witchcraft, or Paganism? ". About.com Paganism/Wicca. About.com. n.d. Web. 31 May. 2013.
This explains and clears up general confusion most have when one refers to themselves as pagan and differentiates between being a Wiccan, Pagan, or Witch. It explains how pagan is an umbrella term and how many terms, such as Wicca, falls under that umbrella. This source is recommended because it helps clear up confusion on the difference between Wicca, Witchcraft, and Paganism. Patti Wigington has over twenty years of studying modern pagan cultures and has studied varies magical and occult systems including Wicca.
