By Cory Thomas Hutcheson

Discover the stories, traditions, and magical practices woven throughout North American folklore.

New World Witchery is an extensive exploration of folk magic, bringing together nearly 500 examples of stories, artifacts, rituals, beliefs, and traditional practices. Folklore scholar Cory Thomas Hutcheson takes readers on a journey through the crossroads of history, culture, and contemporary witchcraft.

Rather than following one particular magical tradition, this book explores the many ways folk magic has developed, traveled, and found its place in everyday life.

Explore magical heritage, divination, familiars, protective practices, spirit communication, moon traditions, and the gathering and creation of magical supplies. Along the way, discover profiles of folk magicians, healers, and seers whose practices have helped shape the magical landscape.

Whether you're interested in folklore, traditional witchcraft, cultural history, or expanding your own magical practice, this is a fascinating resource for the curious reader.

Inside you'll discover:

• Nearly 500 examples of North American folk magic

• Folklore, stories, artifacts, and traditional beliefs

• Magical heritage and regional practices

• Divination and familiar spirits

• Protection and spirit communication

• Moon traditions and contemporary folk magic

• Historical and contemporary folk practitioners

Book Details

• Author: Cory Thomas Hutcheson

• Publisher: Llewellyn Publications

• Format: Paperback

• Pages: 480

• Language: English

• ISBN: 9780738762128