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OverviewExplore the mystical history of witches throughout time and all over the world. Discover the symbols of witchcraft, reveal the magic of crystals and become familiar with the spellbinding lore of the witch. Since ancient times, magic and witchcraft have inspired both fear and fascination. More recently, witchcraft has become a popular symbol for feminist empowerment. Everything a young witch needs to know is contained in Secrets of the Witch. Uncover the meaning and history behind magical tools and symbols such as cauldrons and pentagrams, find out the truths of the Salem Witch Trials and learn about witches in popular culture, from the ancient figure of Circe to Hermione Granger. • Part history, part spellbook, this magical compendium gives a fascinating insight into the lives and practices of witchesthroughout time and from all over the world. • Initiates to the ways of the witch will learn the stories of legendary and real-life witches, as well as how to make their own talisman, how to use magical crystals and plants, which familiar is right for them and so much more. • Aspiring witches 9 years and older will find this an invaluable and empowering guide, filled with authentic detail and strikingly illustrated. With the supernatural wisdom of modern-day witches Elsa Whyte and Julie Legere and Laura Perez's rich artwork, step into your dark sisterhood and discover the Secrets of the Witch. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Julie Légère , Elsa Whyte , Laura PérezPublisher: Quarto Publishing PLC Imprint: Wide Eyed Editions Edition: 2nd edition Volume: 1 Dimensions: Width: 20.80cm , Height: 1.50cm , Length: 26.90cm Weight: 0.516kg ISBN: 9780711257993ISBN 10: 071125799 Pages: 80 Publication Date: 04 August 2020 Recommended Age: From 9 to 14 years Audience: Children/juvenile , Children / Juvenile Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Out of stock ![]() The supplier is temporarily out of stock of this item. It will be ordered for you on backorder and shipped when it becomes available. Table of ContentsWelcome to Our World Etymology Glossary of terms Witches and folklore around the world Nature as a Magical Force e The moon Guardians of plants and destinies The magic of ancient Egypt The druidesses Hermes Trismegistus and the correspondence principle Circe The Middle Ages and the Distrust of Magic Seizing the sacred Magic of the people Alchemy Magic becomes witchcraft Jeanne of Brigue The Renaissance Witch Hunts The turn of the 15th century Demonology How to hunt a witch The Devil’s mark We were accused of... We were suspected if... Double, double, toil and trouble Older women who lived alone Wise women and healers The Salem witch trials The Triumph of Reason Poison, Black Mass, and birthmarks From witches to liars A poisonous affair Catherine Deshayes, the fortune-teller Romanticism & Re-enchantment Witches and fairy tales Voodoo Matilda Joslyn Gage Marie Laveau The Witches Return Proud to be a witch Witch hunts now Political magic Witches in pop culture Hermione Granger & Willow Rosenberg Magical Symbols Magic numbers Magic words Symbolic animals Magical objects Cosmology Geometry Practical Magic The herbs of witches The power of stones How to use a crystal pendulum Talismans, pentacles, and amulets Make your own talismanReviewsReaders curious about the broader roots and evolution of witchcraft will find a valuable resource in this elegant and insightful volume. - Publishers Weekly A strikingly illustrated handbook for aspiring tween and teen witches, exploring the history of witches with a feminist slant. - Fiona Noble, The Bookseller, August Previews Author InformationJulie Légère is a writer living and practising in Paris. Secrets of the Witch was her first book for children. Elsa Whyte is a writer, editor and witch living in Paris. She is the author of Le Génie Pissenlit (The Lucky Dandelion, Le Cosmographe, 2018) and Les Saisons Dans l’Art (Seasons in Art, De La Martinière Jeunesse, 2019), and has translated children’s books into French including Look Up at the Stars (Frances Lincoln Children’s Books, 2019). Laura Pérez is an illustrator, animator and witch. She studied illustration in Spain, France and Canada and her artwork has been exhibited all over Europe and Asia. She has illustrated several graphic novels but Secrets of the Witch is her first book for children. Her exquisite illustrations have been featured in many publications including The Washington Post, National Geographic and the Wall Street Journal. Laura was awarded the Valendia National Comic Illustration Award in 2015. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |