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booking_along's review against another edition
dark
informative
reflective
medium-paced
4.0
Gefüllt mit Informationen über Hexen, angefangen von was es bedeutet, wo das Wort womöglich herkommt über die Hexenjagd hin bis was es heute ist, so wie Anmerkungen über die Popularität bestimmter Hexen (mir gefällt besonders das Willow erwähnt wurde aus der TV show Buffy - I’m Bann der Dämonen, da dieser Charakter und ihr Dasein zu ihrer Zeit im Fernsehen einige Rahmen gesprengt hat!) und endet mit einer Zusammenfassung von Dingen die man fast als Grundwissen für einen Hexenlehrling bezeichnen könnte (oder suche unnachgiebig nur interessante Infos über bestimmte Pflanzen und Tiere und deren Geschichte.)
Persönlich finde ich es ist eher ein Buch das für über 12 jährige ist, was lediglich daran liegt das ich denke für die meisten Leser die jünger sind vieles von dem Buch zu unverständlich und/oder kompliziert sein könnten und man ab 12 doch schon etwas mehr wissen hat, besonders mit historischen Momenten, griechischen göttern und bestimmten Medien wie zum Beispiel b+Buchserien und TV Shows.
Das heißt nicht das kontere Leser nicht ebenfalls davon etwas lernen können, nur das ich denke sie brauchen entweder etwas Hilfe um alles zu verstehen oder müssen etwas nachschlagen.
Im ganzen ist es ein tolles Buch und super interessant gestaltet und gefüllt mit guten Informationen!
Definitiv ein super Buch nicht nur für Hexen Liebhaber und interessiere an dem Thema, sondern auch für jeden der etwas über die überwegs brutale und tödliche aber interessante Geschichte vieler Frauen auf der ganzen Welt erfahren will.
Persönlich finde ich es ist eher ein Buch das für über 12 jährige ist, was lediglich daran liegt das ich denke für die meisten Leser die jünger sind vieles von dem Buch zu unverständlich und/oder kompliziert sein könnten und man ab 12 doch schon etwas mehr wissen hat, besonders mit historischen Momenten, griechischen göttern und bestimmten Medien wie zum Beispiel b+Buchserien und TV Shows.
Das heißt nicht das kontere Leser nicht ebenfalls davon etwas lernen können, nur das ich denke sie brauchen entweder etwas Hilfe um alles zu verstehen oder müssen etwas nachschlagen.
Im ganzen ist es ein tolles Buch und super interessant gestaltet und gefüllt mit guten Informationen!
Definitiv ein super Buch nicht nur für Hexen Liebhaber und interessiere an dem Thema, sondern auch für jeden der etwas über die überwegs brutale und tödliche aber interessante Geschichte vieler Frauen auf der ganzen Welt erfahren will.
capodoglio's review against another edition
2.0
Bellissime illustrazioni; apparato testuale molto sbrigativo e ricostruzione storica quantomeno faziosa. Le autrici non fanno mistero della propria militanza, usando il “noi” fin dal sottotitolo. Ovviamente è difficile non condividere l'astio contro chiesa, stato, capitalismo e patriarcato; impossibile però anche sorvolare sui travisamenti riguardo ebrei, musulmani, zingari e altre categorie le cui persecuzioni vengono qui regolarmente minimizzate. Oltretutto le autrici sono francesi e il testo soffre quindi del ridicolo ombelicodelmondismo francofono. Interessante giusto per il recupero della stregoneria attuato dal secondo femminismo.
starzyrose's review against another edition
3.0
'Secrets of the Witch' is a beautifully illustrated introduction to a history of witchcraft.
With the nature of a short book such as this, the information is often very brief and one should consider that it means only certain things have been picked out to focus on, often not giving the full story on events, individuals and their circumstances.
The last quarter of the book then turns to looking at the symbolism and modern practice of witchcraft including a very small selection of correspondences.
This book is an okay introduction to a variety of things with a lot left to build upon.
With the nature of a short book such as this, the information is often very brief and one should consider that it means only certain things have been picked out to focus on, often not giving the full story on events, individuals and their circumstances.
The last quarter of the book then turns to looking at the symbolism and modern practice of witchcraft including a very small selection of correspondences.
This book is an okay introduction to a variety of things with a lot left to build upon.
starzy's review against another edition
3.0
'Secrets of the Witch' is a beautifully illustrated introduction to a history of witchcraft.
With the nature of a short book such as this, the information is often very brief and one should consider that it means only certain things have been picked out to focus on, often not giving the full story on events, individuals and their circumstances.
The last quarter of the book then turns to looking at the symbolism and modern practice of witchcraft including a very small selection of correspondences.
This book is an okay introduction to a variety of things with a lot left to build upon.
With the nature of a short book such as this, the information is often very brief and one should consider that it means only certain things have been picked out to focus on, often not giving the full story on events, individuals and their circumstances.
The last quarter of the book then turns to looking at the symbolism and modern practice of witchcraft including a very small selection of correspondences.
This book is an okay introduction to a variety of things with a lot left to build upon.
lukiut's review against another edition
4.0
(I recieved an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review)
I think this is truly the perfect place to start if one wants to indulge oneself in studying both witchcraft and its history. It is a quick summary of the witches as historical truth, from ancient times to present - how they were differently perceived at different points in time and how they actually influenced society.
In the end of the book, one can also find explanations of some symbols, plants and crystals, as well as the differences between pendulums, amulets and talismans and how to make your own.
I feel like it includes all the basics, explained in a very easy-to-understand style and accompanied by the most beautiful art style I've ever seen!
The only reasons as to why I'm not giving it 5 stars is the grammatical errors (which I hope to see corrected in the final copy of the book) and the fact that I already knew most of the facts in here (surprising, since I haven't really done in-depth research on the subject beforehand).
It is a really good place to start for a beginner, as well as a magnificent piece of art to have on display!
I think this is truly the perfect place to start if one wants to indulge oneself in studying both witchcraft and its history. It is a quick summary of the witches as historical truth, from ancient times to present - how they were differently perceived at different points in time and how they actually influenced society.
In the end of the book, one can also find explanations of some symbols, plants and crystals, as well as the differences between pendulums, amulets and talismans and how to make your own.
I feel like it includes all the basics, explained in a very easy-to-understand style and accompanied by the most beautiful art style I've ever seen!
The only reasons as to why I'm not giving it 5 stars is the grammatical errors (which I hope to see corrected in the final copy of the book) and the fact that I already knew most of the facts in here (surprising, since I haven't really done in-depth research on the subject beforehand).
It is a really good place to start for a beginner, as well as a magnificent piece of art to have on display!
themichellegray's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars - This was a fascinating look at the history of how witchcraft (aka women who studied nature and used it to heal others) was perceived throughout the centuries and why its held such a negative connotation. It is quick, concise, and a great starting point for anyone curious about the subject matter.
While this chronicled the past and was paired with stunning illustrations, its not the book to read if you want to learn how to actually do witchcraft. The author grazes the topics of symbols, crystals, herbs, etc but only briefly enough to help readers determine if they want to continue learning more.
Thank you to the publishers who provided me with an ARC of this book through NetGalley!
While this chronicled the past and was paired with stunning illustrations, its not the book to read if you want to learn how to actually do witchcraft. The author grazes the topics of symbols, crystals, herbs, etc but only briefly enough to help readers determine if they want to continue learning more.
Thank you to the publishers who provided me with an ARC of this book through NetGalley!
mirandahopeshea's review against another edition
2.0
Read this as part of some research into writing for younger audiences, and I have to say, the illustrations were what pulled me in, and my fascination ended there. Even as an overview, there were some glaring mistakes (due to oversimplification) and misinformation. Bummer.