Buckland's Complete Book of Witchcraft

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Summary: Terrible
Review: TERRIBLE TERRIBLE TERRIBLE!!! Absolutely the worst book I have ever read on this subject! He is terribly inaccurate on just about everything. The only redeeming section of the book is that on Runes. That is about the only authentic, non-common sense thing in the book. Don't waste your money!

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Summary: The Mystique
Review: After reviewing several of the books written by Mr. Buckland it is clear in my own mind of the repetitive nature used in the writing with merely a different title to snare readers into continuing to purchase his own interpretations of the Pagan Way of Life and it's community. Those who know the literary field also know that these little books can be very lucrative especially when there is such a search in these days to try to bring a healthier world together. Don't be fooled by imagination and writer's license.

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Summary: Complete Book of Witchcraft?
Review: Well I must say the book sounds just like a course in Seax Wicca Buckland offered years ago through a correspondence course. Is it? Hmmm Let me see Raymond and Tara Chochran-Buckland? Who is Silver RavenWolf? It sure seems confusing in the world of writers to me. Oh well, I must comment that no book is ever complete is it? How many fiction writers are writing these types of reads? Just curious.

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Summary: A fabulous start !!
Review: I have had Bucklands book for some time and it is always one that I recommend to curious searches as it educates on the History of Wicca and it's smothering by Christianity. It opens the eyes to the beauty and simplicity of Witchcraft's origin, and dispels the Satan association 'bull' (sorry !), which I think is still very much a strong 'conditioned' misbelief. The format of the book in sections or lessons is a good way to start a journey with may sometimes seem overwhelming. Buckland very much sooths the regimentation nerves with his 'whatever suits you' attitude. I didn't notice that he was offensively sexist, though as commented in by another reviewer, he is from an era that may have not been so non-egomaletistically (my own word!)inclined.

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Summary: Buckland's In-depth Knowledge
Review: Buckland's Complete Book Of Witchcraft-Is an all-around good read. It doesn't matter whether your at the beginning of your search for the wiccan path or a third degree Wiccan priestess/priest, Buckland's Complete Book of Witchcraft is for you!Included is every aspect you need to start you on your way, I highly recommend it!

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Summary: Very valuable read if you are already a Wiccan
Review: This book would be of great value for people who have already decided to follow the Wiccan path, have read several books before and have clear thoughts and beliefs on Wicca. Otherwise, it can be very misleading. Having lots of historical information, helpful hints on rituals and useful tips for effectiveness on magic working, it is still too technical and can make the unexpert believe that there is no other way to be a Wiccan than Buckland's. He is wise, but narrow-minded at the same time. If it were possible to write two different reviews for this book, I would rate it 5 stars for Wiccans and 1 star for non-Wiccans. Great book. Just read it at the proper moment.

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Summary: One of the Best Books Ever! Thank You Buckland!
Review: This book is a must have, for every Open Minded Wiccan. We've read books about the craft that would make you sick. They had nothing but false information put out by the TV/SIFI Wicca want to bes. But Buckland tells it as it is. Talk about hitting the nail on the head. He is very open minded and gives a lot to the Wiccan Comunity. The God and Goddess would be proud. Thank You Buckland For Every Thing.

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Summary: Not as Fair or Foul as others say...
Review: Some say this book is one of the greats on the subject, some say it is one of the worst. These people are both wrong. The book does have it faults but it sets out what it accomplishes to do wonderfully. It is fair to all manor of Wiccans and in my opinion treats women fairly with sexist undertones (which is understandable in the time frame Bucklnad grew up) I would recommend this to anyone as a starting point or old favorite. But it is only a small piece of the puzzle as for there being one book on Wicca, I don't think there is everyone must follow there own path...

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Summary: Everything you need to know to practice the craft.
Review: Before reading this book I knew very little about the craft. Now I have uncovered abilities I never knew that I had. I enjoy being a witch and would like to thank Buckland for such an informative piece.

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Summary: SICK TWISTED SEXIST
Review: DON'T BUY IT!!!!!!!!!! EVER!!!!!NO NO NO . This man is terrible. He only believes in covens, thinks you have to tie up someone naked with a blind fold to initiate them, believes you have to have a priest and priestess... and the priest is the Boss, and the only true way is his, otherwise you are doing it wrong. I've only read the book I did'nt buy it Thank Goddess!!!!! This man has no right to call himself a witch, he is sick.