Hedge Witch: A Guide to Solitary Witchcraft

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Harmonia Saille's two books on Hedge Witchcraft are a true delight, being both informative and entertaining. Unlike similar books on the subject, which often blend the tradition with other paths (Wicca being the most common) this book stays true to the roots of what Hedge Witchcraft is, and isn’t. Written in the form of letters from an experienced witch to her two apprentices, solitary witchcraft is offered, not as a substitute for coven worship, but as a fulfilling lifestyle in its own right. You won't just read this book, you will have a deep beautiful experience of the connectedness of all beings.

As she walks, she watches the way the leaves on the bushes blow in the wind, knowing from ancient weather-lore that this will tell her if it will rain or if the sun will shine. This is a great introduction to Wicca, but also a great introduction to how to set up a ritual, how to perform spell work, and how to track your growth through the use of a Book of Shadows. If you’ve already read a few introductions to paganism, witchcraft or druidry and are well under way with your study, then the odds are you know enough not to benefit from this book greatly. You feel nature seeping into your heart, wide open to absorb each line fully, with delight and often with awe. At just shy of one hundred and fifty pages, The Hedge Witch is an engaging and well-constructed novella.When I finished, I felt compelled to buff up on herbal remedies and add some new information to my ever-growing library of healing. I find her approach to 'Hedge Witch' craft is so in keeping with my Virgoan sense of no nonsense and practicality and yet with a deep and conscience driven approach to practicing that questions and answers the ethics of spell casting. I integrated some of her recommended visualization exercises into my inchoate meditation routines, and to beneficial results (i. If you’re looking for some general information about incorporating nature into your own practice, The Way of the Hedge Witch is a good addition to your library.

The practical exercises she provided allows the reader to forge a stronger relationship with nature and its profound wisdom, which is something I certainly aspire to. Skye does a great job introducing the craft and will inspire even the oldest witches to get out there are cast a spell or two! You can change your choices at any time by visiting Cookie preferences, as described in the Cookie notice.These 4 or 5-star reviews represent the opinions of the individuals who posted them and do not reflect the views of Etsy.