True Magick: A Beginner's Guide (Llewellyn's Practical Magick Series)

by Amber K.

Book Overview

For fifteen years, Amber K's "little green book" has guided thousands down the life-changing path of magick. Selling more than 200,000 copies, True Magick has truly struck a chord with Witches,... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Mass Market Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0875420036
• Release Date: January 1990
• Publisher: Llewellyn Publications
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 6.8" x 4.0" x 0.8"

Customer Reviews

An Aweful Lot Of Highlights Throughout

I clearly overpaid for this book as the book has $4.95 printed on it AND there are TONS of highlights! Some pink some purple some blue! Very distracting!🫤

Pretty good source of information

This was a pretty good book for what I need it for. Basics, nothing too complicated or deep. I just thumbed through it. Cover was a little rough but the rest of the book seems in good shape. A good bargain.

Wonderful

Awesome beginner book

The Best Book to learn about Witchcraft

I have been a practicing pagan for 6 years and read for about 3 years before that (I know not long but give me a break I'm only 21 lol). When people are interested in witchcraft and want to know where they can find more information this is ALWAYS the only book I recommend to start people out. I own almost all of the traditional reads; Cunningham, Buckland, Starhawk, etc and most of the more prominent modern authors Ravenwolf, Conway, etc. If had known about this book to start out with to be honest I probably would have skipped most of the others. This book beats out all of them for EVERYTHING. I can't recommend it enough. It has 19 Chapters and can be used as a workbook or you can read it all the way through. The Chapters are as follows Ch. 1 About Magick- and You - a brief introduction of what magick is and isn't - notably missing are the council of American Witches Principles of Belief but remember it was never meant to be a guide towards just wicca. Ch. 2 A Brief History of Magick - Covers mostly Western and American magick from prehistory through modern times. Ch. 3 First Steps in Magick - exactly what it says it is very briefly covers timing, space, book of shadows, purpose, magickal name, ritual clothing, etc. - has a dedication ritual Ch. 4 Magick and Science - perhaps the only confusing chapter in the book but you have to expect that if you try to explain quantum physics in 18 pages Ch. 5 The Path Lies Within You - Getting to know yourself; discusses middle, younger, and higher self and how to get in touch with them Ch. 6 Ethics and Hazards - Karma, the Law of Return, Wiccan Rede, Permission, Charging money - Energy imbalance, spending too much time in the astral plane, power crazy, persecution, and spirit interference Ch. 7 The Pyramid of Magick - To know, to Will, to dare, to be silent Ch. 8 The Energies of Magick - All about energy - Raising power, charging things, grounding power, the power within you, the power in the earth, balancing Ch. 9 Magick and Your Health - More down to earth guideines on eating right, exercise, sleep, etc Ch. 10 Creating the Magickal You - taking an honest look at yourself, what to improve and how to improve it, beginning to connect with a god(dess) or pantheon. Ch. 11 The Varieties of Magick - styles of magick (nature, ceremonial, intrinisic, hermetic) - traditions of magick (Wicca, Qabalistic, Shamanism, Voodoo) - how to connect with a certain tradition and a wonderful quiz to help you determine what style of magick is for you. Ch. 12 Nature Magick - Nature Divination, Herb and Garden Magick, Water Magick, Tree Magick, Sun and Moon Magick, Weatherworking and working with animals and stones Ch. 13 Intrinsic and Inner Magick - working magick with no tools - working magick only in the mind - ways to use your mind in all types of magick - One goal 5 ways of working towards it - pros and cons of not using tools Ch. 14 Getting Ready for Ritual - more in depth d

Wicca at its BEST!

If you really want a great introduction to Wicca, their really is no better book to read than this tried and true introduction to the path of Wicca. This book starts out by giving you a little history on what's what in the world of magic -- the different tradtions of magic and witchcraft and then goes into basics of circle casting and then into some great spells for you to try -- also with instructions on how to perform them. Unlike other spellbooks, this book teaches you that their is more than just performing a spell -- after you perform a spell, their are mundane actions you should be taking to help bring that spell into fruition and align yourself with the energy of the magic you've just cast. A great book! Highly recommened for anyone starting out on the path.

Excellent book for beginners!

Amber K is a wonderful writer. The information in this book is geered towards beginners. It's also an excellent book to give to people who are curious about what Wicca is (and isn't). Everything you need to know to begin your magickal practice is in this book. I've given out several of the first edition of True Magick to people over the years, and, being the expanded/revised edition, this one is all that and more! I'm thrilled to see it continue on in the world in its next incarnation. Amber's writing style is always interesting. An added bonus to her wealth of knowledge is her sense of humor! (Which comes through in all of her books!) This ones a keeper, but you may want to buy an extra so you have one to give away too!

A must read

This book was the first book on magick I have read. The book is meant to give you a brief description of all types of religions that involve magick. Amber K does this because she's trying to make a point. She wants people who are really interested in wicca to actually research the information on their own. It's a way for you or any of her readers to find out if they are really meant to be any of the religions mentioned in the book. This is an excellent book because it offers wonderful information and it interests you enough to keep researching. I recommend this for anyone who wants to learn about magick.

Great to get started!

I have to admit, I was skeptical about the whole concept of Magick... that is, until I picked up this book. Right from the start, Amber K. goes into the destinctions that make Wicca so special, and how witchcraft can be a healthy and fulfilling way of life. It kept me up for hours at the fascinating portrayals of the various neo-pagan religeons, legendary figures, and beliefs.Since I bought it over six months ago, I must've read it half a dozen times. Amber K. is a wonderful writer, though I have to admit she's seems bit eccentric at times (read pages 125 to 127 and you'll know what I mean). Oh well, who wants to be normal? Certainly not myself, as it inspired me to dive head-long into my spirituality. While still a "wizard-in-training," so to speak, I could not have gotten to the frame of mind I currently possess, full of insight and wholeness, without "True Magick: A Beginner's Guide."To anyone interested, fascinated, or maybe just curious about the Craft, I recommend this book highly as a primer for greater possibilities. Even for those of you who are somewhat closed-minded, this book should clear up much of the garbage you've been told about witchcraft. It really opened my eyes, and I hope it will open yours as well. Blessed be!