Book of Shadows: A Modern Woman's Journey into the Wisdom of Witchcraft and the Magic of the Goddess

by Phyllis Curott

Overview

When Phyllis Curott, a high-powered Manhattan lawyer began exploring Witchcraft, she discovered a spiritual movement that defied all stereotypes. Encountering neither satanic rites nor eccentric spinsters, she came to embrace the reconstruction of Europe's indigenous spirituality; the religion of the Goddess. Book of Shadows chronicles Phyllis' introduction and initiation inteo Wicca, her ascension to the position of Wiccan High Priestess, and her efforts to reconcile her newfound spirituality with her struggles as a woman rising through the ranks of the corporate world. Along the way, she relates the history of Witchcraft and shares many traditional Wiccan practices. Engagingly written and rich with detailed rituals, spells, and techniques, this inspirational book traces a modern woman's spiritual journey into a realm of extraordinary experience and enlightenment.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781733525800
Publisher:	Phyllis Curott
Publication date:	05/01/2019
Edition description:	20th Anniversary ed.
Pages:	322
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.25(h) x 0.72(d)

About the Author

Elder Priestess PHYLLIS CUROTT is the creator of "The Declaration of Dignity and Equal Rights for Women" and the Vice Chair emerita of the Parliament of World Religions. She is an author, attorney, and activist, and the founder of the Temple of Ara, one of the oldest Wiccan traditions in America. Phyllis is a graduate of Brown University and she holds a law degree from New York University School of Law.

Editorial Reviews

"An engaging memoir of magic and self-discovery... [Book of Shadows] presents some fine insights into the role Witchcraft plays in the complex milieu of American religion/" - Kirkus Review

"Phyllis Curott has succeed in putting together a book this is both entertaining and informative -- a recommended read for any aspiring with." - Janet Farrar, coauthoer of The Withces' Goddess.

"Wise words from a smart and savy priestess of the Goddess; the writing is beautiful, the rituals deep and compelling." - Margot Adler, author of Drawing Down the Moon

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