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Summary: Great book for solitaires, and beginners
Review: I am no expert here by far, but this is a great book whether you are just starting out or if you have been in the craft for awhile as well.
NO ONE book is going to give you ALL the answers and if you expect that when you buy this book or any other, then you will be dissapointed.
I have learned a lot from the internet, but I feel it is important to read books from people who know what they are talking about, and have been in the craft awhile. Would you rather go to a dr just starting his internship or a seasoned dr who KNOWS his feild? Yeah dumb I know, but I am no writer here and can only say that its a great book to have.
Two books I think to own are this one, and also to ride a silver broomstick. Thats my opinion and I am sticking to it:o)
~Blessings~
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Summary: for beginners only
Review: For beginners, this is a great book. One side note though: all of the information in this book can be gained off of websites. Even the information in his book of shadows has been published (probably violating copyrights) on the web on Wiccan websites.If you are looking for your first book on Wicca, this is a definite must-read. It covers the basics very well in a wonderful manner. What I like about Cunningham's writing style is that he never claims to have the Right Way, and he actually encourages, very strongly, that readers take everything in this book and adapt it how they like; change the rituals and spells and poems to fit their beliefs or tradition. This is the perfect beginner's book, and can be for anyone interested in knowing about Wicca, whether or not they plan to practice it. It's also short enough that it could be given to a family member or friend to help explain your religion. A great read for beginners. However, if you already know the basics, do *not* buy this book, because all it is is basics. It also fails to go far into the Why of Wicca and the spiritual philosophy of Wicca. It somewhat show Wicca as a religion, but I'm not sure that it always gets the point across. So if you're past the basics, try another book. Brightest Blessings!
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Summary: A New Beginning
Review: A friend of mine suggested that since i was not satisfied with the rigidity of religion i should check out Wicca. This book has taught me more than i imagined. i only heard of the Wicca in passing before but it is a very rich and insightful way of life. I like the fact that it encourages wellbeing and good interpersonal relationships. As i go thru the practices and learn more i feel more and more in control of my life by letting go of that control. i enthusiastically recommend this book to any and all from the slightly curious to those who already know all. Blessed Be.
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Summary: A must have for any beginner
Review: This was the first book I ever bought on Wicca, and it is still one of the best ones that I have ever read. Full of great information for those just starting out, and is a great reference tool. Cunningham presents his information in an easy to read manner, and he has lots of practical information.
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Summary: Excellent-though not the 'end all and be all' some claim
Review: There are a few tiny flaws in this book. The illustrations, as previously mentioned, are largely useless. It learns a little too hard on the Goddess, giving a newbie a sense that we somehoe ignore the God. It also doesn't **REFUTE** the fake history that newbies experience (that Wicca is ancient, about angels, the rest.)
With those flaws out of the way, this book is excellent. It provides a solid hard-core basis for a student.
Most importantly, if I may wax autobiographical, I was raised by Wiccans (though they use the term witches) and this book gels 100% with what my parents have taught for over 35 years.
Any one who tells you that this book is not in-line with BTW has no experience with BTW, or hasn't read the book.
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Summary: Take the time to know yourself
Review: I am glad that I opened my mind enough to learn this. I believe that many more people should be opened minded enough to learn about somethings before they judge them. I still find some of it confusing but just the simple fact that Wicca is non-political and non-profit made me interested. This book is a guide for the solitary practitioner because unlike other religions, you have the freedom to practice as you will as long as you harm none. You are not forced to believe as its followers do. Wiccans don't blame fate or a scapegoat (Satan) for their faults. They are free souls with full control and responsibility of their own lives. Wicca does not have the egotisim that most religions have. Because of that egotisim came the concept of holy wars.
It is interesting to learn simple things like some of the more popular American holidays are connected with ancient Pagan worship. Some of the these being Samhain (Oct. 31) which seems to have been taken over by candy manufacturers or Yule (Dec 21) which has been transformed from one of the most holy Pagan days to a time of gross commercialism. Christians simply adopted these holidays for their use. Trimming a tree at Christmas or coloring eggs at Easter are Pagan traditions. Even the term "witch" (what some Wiccans call themselves) was deliberately altered to denote supernatural beings who threatened Christianity. This change was political and monetary on the part of organized religion. Every misleading piece of information that is out there on Wicca was began simply to up the popularity and to scare people into Christianity. I have nothing against anyone except closed-minded people who blindly believe what ever their chuch tells them. It feels real good to be able to educate and find things out for myself. In doing so you will find that things mean more to you.
This book is a guide to learn Wicca and what it is about and how to practice it. This book is good even if you want to just get control of your own life and to get to really know yourself and attune yourself with nature. It really is a comfort to be taken slow and find out all you can about it this subject. You are encouraged to take all the time you need to be sure it is right for you. It really is a breath of fresh air.
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Summary: A Good First Book.
Review: This is the book I recommend to absolute beginners and non-Pagan friends and family who want a good idea of what my religion is about. Yeah, it's fluffy and I don't agree with everything Cunningham has to say, but its nice and short, which I think appeals to people who just want a general overview. It also doesn't delve too deeply into the pseudo-history of the Craft that I find so annoying.
My biggest gripe with the book is that most of the illustrations are pointless and dumb the book down. (We know what a stick looks like, thanks.) The space they take up could be put to much better use.
Overall this is the best book for getting your feet wet that I have seen so far.
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Summary: Every Wiccan Should Own This Book
Review: In my humble opinion, Wicca: A Guide for the Solitary Practitioner is one of the most representative works outlining who we are and what we do as Wiccans. This guide is perfectly suited to those who have an interest in Wicca and a desire to learn more. Cunningham stresses that this book is consciously trying not to sway towards or away from any specific tradition, and as such will not be much use to those seeking to enrich their chosen path. However, it is the book par excellence for initiates, as it simply outlines the choices each individual will have to make, while taking pains not to lead them in any way that feels unnatural or forced. Cunningham also writes with a signature detachment that makes it clear that he isn't judging or frowning upon any of the unique individual practices that make Wicca a satisfying personal religious lifestyle.
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Summary: Really very good for the beginner.
Review: Not a great book for the advanced student, and a bit goddess-heavy at times, Wicca is stripped down and simple, a joy to read, and probably a good book to have on hand when you want to explain your faith to someone else. Having read the other reviews, let me reiterate what the other olders have said....
No one book is Wicca. This does not stand alone. Read it with other books, for a balanced view, and try to get info from other places, too!
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Summary: Good place to start
Review: I'm new to the pagan path and I have been reading pretty much everything I can get my hands on. This book was recommended all over the place, and I can see why, because it provides a good basic outline of where to start. It provides a full book of shadows to get you started designing rituals and doing spells, which is very useful. It does not, however, really go into the spiritual experience of wicca, which is what drew me to this particular religious path in the first place. This book tells you what to do, but it doesn't really get into the joy of connecting with nature or anything about the ecstatic religious experience. For that, you have to go to starhawk. Spiral dance might be a bit too heavy for kids in their early teens, and for those people, I recommend Cunningham and Jennifer Hunter. I think anyone 17 and older can and should read starhawk, whether pagan or just spiritual and curious.
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