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Summary: Essential Magickal Cookbook!
Review: This is one book I could never do without! There are so many recipes for all variety of spells, charms and empowerments, not to mention info on how to make natural soaps! Many of the oil mixtures make fantastic perfumes- I love the Sweet Pea Bouquet. The chapter on substitutions is an invaluable resource in itself- I think a lot of books on magick put too much emphasis on ingredients rather than the actual process and intent, this book, like Cunningham's folk magick series, advocate that we should always remember power comes from within- very important!!! Like all Cunningham books, this one includes a basic intro to magick which is always worth re-reading to reinforce that we are the main ingredient in magick! While this book is great for ideas and recipe creation advice, I'm a great advocate of witches writing their own spells and magick, and this book can be a means of discouraging this which is the only qualm I have in recommending it. Keeping that in mind, Cunningham's 'Incense, Oils and Brews' is an invaluable reference for any witch, pagan, wiccan or even new ager! I couldn't live without this book in my collection!!!
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Summary: A must-have reference book!
Review: This is one of my favorite books by Scott Cunningham. He explores so many different methods of magickal creation that there is something for everyone and more. If you want to learn more about making your own incense, brews, potions, powders, inks, soaps, tinctures, oils, herbal baths,etc., YOU MUST BUY THIS BOOK. Each section is informative and full of recipies, explanations, suggestions, and warnings. The chapter on substitution is excellent and the charts and appendixes are helpful as well. The book's tone is more instructional rather than spiritual, especially compared to Cunningham's other books. If you are looking for in-depth information about magical herbs and oils, I highly recommend reading Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs and The Magic of Aromatherapy in addition to The Complete Book of Incense, Oils, and Brews.
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Summary: a wonderful resource to those who like to make it themselves
Review: I've had this book for quite a long time and just never had the time to write what I thoght of it. Guess I'm over due. This book has a lot of useful information on makeing incense and ritual oils. I dont own many books on incense making but it's because I have never found the need for another. This one gives me just about everything I need to know to do what I want to do. I think you will find it very useful as well in your blending and incense making tasks even if they are more for personal use than for ritual use.
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Summary: Fantastic resource!!
Review: If you are looking for a book on Incenses, oils, inks, soaps and more this is an absolute MUST HAVE!!! I couldn't say enough positive things about this book, an excelent addition to any witchcraft library, and FULL of benificial advise. Clear directions on how to make an entire book full of incense, oils ointments,inks, tinctures, herb baths, bath salts, brews, ritual soaps (solid & liquid), Sachets or herbal charms, powders, and there are chapters on substitutions and the considerations for making those substitutions. A chapter on empowering rites, on propotions, on creating your own recipes....
Just an all around wonderful reference book, and not a bad read either. All in all a real 10!! You finish reading a chapter and wish there was more, this book is an essential part of my library, and if you are a serious practitioner, I recomend it as an essential buy for yours...enjoy!! Blessed Be.
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Summary: A Must Have For Every Wiccan Library
Review: This is the first book I read about Wicca and of Scott Cunningham. He is thorough with his explainations on each recipe - the substitution list alone is worth the price of the book. If you are new to wicca, exploring wicca or have been practicing for many years, this book is a constant you will return to again and again. The references contain good information to assist you in further exploration. I especially appreciate his openness. He is not at all pretentious as I have read in other books. Scott encourages you to be creative, free thinking and not to be constantly worrying about "getting it right". A very down to earth writer who knows his subject well and communicates it in such a way to get your "magical kitchen" started. May all who read this book find the "magic" in everyday things!
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Summary: Very good referernce
Review: This is a very good reference book for any wiccan, shaman, druid etc. It has just about everything and anything (that i have needed or seen) The only problem i have, is the 'parts'. how much is in 1 part? it doesnt say, so i guess it means that its up to you how much.
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Summary: Great Book
Review: This was one of my first aromatherapy books. Whether you believe in the magical properties of herbs or not, Cunnigham does his research and shows how the historical/magical uses of herbs are often related their chemical/medicinal properties. This book is well organized and easy to use.
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Summary: ANOTHER CUNINGHAM WINNER
Review: THIS ISNT A PERFECT BOOK BUT IT HAS A LOT OF GREAT LITTLE PROJECTS. THERE ARE OTHER BOOKS FOR INCENSE AND FOR OILS BUT THIS ONES STILL GOT A WARM PLACE IN MY HEART. I CAN READ CUNINGHAM BOOKS ALL DAY BECAUSE OF THE WAY HE WRITES. NO COLLECTIONS COMPLETE WITHOUT THIS BOOK.
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Summary: Great Reference Material
Review: This Scott Cunningham classic definitely deserves a place on your bookshelf. Some of the information in this book is extremely valuable and was first brought to light in modern times by the author. Mr. Cunningham deserves great respect for the effort put forth in this book. In all honesty, there are a few problems in the incense section. He includes salt peter in the recipes when it is not needed and may give off dangerous fumes. I've actually read where some ignorant people say that this idea was Cunningham's own idea, but anyone who looks at his bibliography can see several sources that use this idea long before he does. Mr.Cunningham also says that incense making is difficult, but I've been doing it for many years and find it a joy. Perhaps that's just me. In any event, ignore those who simply offer a blanket condemation to this book. It has some imperfections, but its a classic anyway. Stick with one of the most famous magick authors of all time. Ignore the incense importers who want you to forget this book and buy their products instead. Those people aren't worth listening to - I know this from personal experience!
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Summary: There are better books
Review: For information on incense there are simply much better resources than this book. Today, there is even better information available free on internet. My recent favorite is Gina Hyams new book, and of course Kiyoko Morita's "The Book of Incense." Suzanne Fischer-Rizzi writes a great book also.
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