The Real Witches' Handbook: The Definitive Handbook of Advanced Magical Techniques

A down-to-earth introduction to Witchcraft that gives plenty of practical advice on becoming a wiccan. Whether you want to join a group or work as a Solitary this is an invaluable guide to the wiccan lifestyle. The chapters will include: / Myth and Reality -- what being a witch is all about, how it compares with the Hollywood image / What Witchcraft is -- the beliefs and practices / Moon worship, the elements, Gods and Goddesses, the cycles of death and rebirth / The Sabbats and the Wheel of the Year / Becoming a Witch -- what does it involve? / Magic -- how it works and the responsibilites involved. How to avoid potential danger / Spellcraft -- how to help you pass exams, attract partners, improve family relationships / Herbal work -- herbs for skin, hair, scents, traditional recipes / How to tell your family and how to make contact with groups and other teenage Wiccans