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Aradia: Gospel of the Witches by Charles Godfrey Leland

moonwhimsy's review against another edition

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3.0

I know lots of people rave about this book... but my 2nd time through I still think, "Its ok". Sure the spells and charms are cool, but I feel like it needs more.. Like there should have been more stories and lore. But its still interesting

simazhi's review against another edition

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3.0

Weird book. By far the most interesting were the beginning and end parts, the middle just consisted of different invocations.

ebb_and_flow's review against another edition

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adventurous informative inspiring reflective fast-paced

5.0

pnw_michelle's review against another edition

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4.0

A classic for the Witch's bookshelf. While it's authenticity is under debate, Aradia is an essential neopagan text, and a fascinating read. What I found most interesting about this text is the repeated theme of threatening the god or spirit one is petitioning if they don't grant one's request. Recommended reading for anyone interested in traditional witchcraft or the history of the neopagan movement.

dreamofbookspines's review against another edition

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1.0

It's a classic, I get it, but feels v Christianized.

twistingsnake's review against another edition

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3.0

Interesting and short examination of Italian witchcraft. I found several of the incantations rather beautiful and some of the mythological interpretations fascinating. I wouldn't say this is a must read, but if one has an interest in the historical preservation of Italian magic and incantations this is a fast and informative read. 3 stars.

ldea's review against another edition

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3.0

A weird read from a modern perspective, but it's kind of a fascinating historical artifact. Made for a really fun discussion.

authorjlr's review against another edition

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4.0

Wow... this is very interesting, but sooo dark. Like, holy sh*t. Diana was not that evil.

abydos6's review against another edition

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4.0

This was intresting.

mildlyoccultish's review against another edition

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2.0

Meh. Not what I expected.