The Nature of Witches

The Nature of Witches
Author: Rachel Griffin
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
Total Pages: 279
Release: 2021-06-01
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
ISBN: 172822943X

An Instant New York Times Bestseller In a world where witches control the climate and are losing control, only one witch can save earth from destruction. But as her power grows, it hurts those closest to her, and when she falls in love with her training partner she's forced to choose between her power, her love, and saving the earth. For centuries, witches have maintained the climate, but now their control is faltering as the atmosphere becomes more erratic; the storms, more destructive. All hope lies with Clara, a once-in-a-generation Everwitch whose magic is tied to every season. In Autumn, Clara wants nothing to do with her power. It's wild and volatile, and the price of her magic—losing the ones she loves—is too high, despite the need to control the increasingly dangerous weather. In Winter, the world is on the precipice of disaster. Fires burn, storms rage, and Clara accepts that she's the only one who can make a difference. In Spring, she falls for Sang, the witch training her. As her magic grows, so do her feelings, until she's terrified Sang will be the next one she loses. In Summer, Clara must choose between her power and her happiness, her duty and the people she loves...before she loses Sang, her magic, and thrusts the world into chaos. "Perfect for fans of Shea Ernshaw and Taylor Swift's Folklore."—Rosiee Thor, author of Tarnished Are the Stars "A bright, fresh read from a glowing new voice, THE NATURE OF WITCHES is both timely and stirring. Griffin's emotional writing that cuts to the heart will make her a new YA favorite."—Adrienne Young, New York Times bestselling author of Fable "The forces of nature and magic blend perfectly in this masterfully told story... I couldn't love this book more."—Shea Ernshaw, NYT bestselling author of The Wicked Deep and Winterwood

Modest Enquiry Into the Nature of Witchcraft

Modest Enquiry Into the Nature of Witchcraft
Author: John Hale
Publisher: Applewood Books
Total Pages: 181
Release: 2006
Genre: History
ISBN: 155709182X

First printed in 1702, this eyewitness account of the Salem Village witchcraft trials, and the events leading up to them, was written by Reverend John Hale, who concludes that it was Satan, not the witches, who used the manipulation of objects to afflict others.

The Nature of Conspiracy Theories

The Nature of Conspiracy Theories
Author: Michael Butter
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 146
Release: 2020-10-06
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 1509540830

Conspiracy theories seem to be proliferating today. Long relegated to a niche existence, conspiracy theories are now pervasive, and older conspiracy theories have been joined by a constant stream of new ones – that the USA carried out the 9/11 attacks itself, that the Ukrainian crisis was orchestrated by NATO, that we are being secretly controlled by a New World Order that keep us docile via chemtrails and vaccinations. Not to mention the moon landing that never happened. But what are conspiracy theories and why do people believe them? Have they always existed or are they something new, a feature of our modern world? In this book Michael Butter provides a clear and comprehensive introduction to the nature and development of conspiracy theories. Contrary to popular belief, he shows that conspiracy theories are less popular and influential today than they were in the past. Up to the 1950s, the Western world regarded conspiracy theories as a legitimate form of knowledge and it was therefore normal to believe in them. It was only after the Second World War that this knowledge was delegitimized, causing conspiracy theories to be banished from public discourse and relegated to subcultures. The recent renaissance of conspiracy theories is linked to internet which gives them wider exposure and contributes to the fragmentation of the public sphere. Conspiracy theories are still stigmatized today in many sections of mainstream culture but are being accepted once again as legitimate knowledge in others. It is the clash between these domains and their different conceptions of truth that is fuelling the current debate over conspiracy theories.

The Nature of Magic

The Nature of Magic
Author: Susan Greenwood
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 212
Release: 2020-06-03
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1000189821

This book examines how and why practitioners of nature religion - Western witches, druids, shamans - seek to relate spiritually with nature through 'magical consciousness'. 'Magic' and 'consciousness' are concepts that are often fraught with prejudice and ambiguity respectively. Greenwood develops a new theory of magical consciousness by arguing that magic ultimately has more to do with the workings of the human mind in terms of an expanded awareness than with socio-cultural explanations. She combines her own subjective insights gained from magical practice with practitioners' in-depth accounts and sustained academic theory on the process of magic. She also tracks magical consciousness in philosophy, myth, folklore, story-telling, and the hi-tech discourse of postmodernity, and asks important questions concerning nature religion's environmental credentials, such as whether it as inherently ecological as many of its practitioners claim.

Circles in the Pine Forest - Unveiling the Secrets of Nature Witches

Circles in the Pine Forest - Unveiling the Secrets of Nature Witches
Author: S.W. Black
Publisher: Kesha
Total Pages: 54
Release:
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN:

Do you believe in magick? Do you feel a connection to nature and its mysteries? If so, you might be a natural witch, one of the rare and gifted people who can harness the energy of the earth and the elements. But what does it mean to be a Nature Witch? How can you discover and develop your innate powers? And how can you use them to heal yourself and others, protect the environment, and create positive change in the world? In Circles in the Pine Forest - Unveiling the Secrets of Nature Witches, you will find the answers to these questions and more. This book is a comprehensive guide to the history, practices, and beliefs of nature witches, also known as green witches or earth witches. You will learn about the different types of nature witches, their tools and rituals, their relationship with animals and plants, and their role in the modern world. You will also find practical exercises, and tips to help you awaken your inner witch and connect with the magic of nature. Whether you are new to witchcraft or an experienced practitioner, Circles in the Pine Forest will inspire you to explore your own potential and unleash your true power. Join the author, S.W. Black a hereditary witch and a renowned expert on natural magic, as she unveils the secrets of nature witches and invites you to join their circle. You will never look at the world the same way again.

The Nature of Nature

The Nature of Nature
Author: Ryan James
Publisher: Universal-Publishers
Total Pages: 136
Release: 2005-02
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 9781581124972

Want to be a witch but can't afford the million and one things you've been told you HAVE to have? Are you already a witch and are fed up with incense and candles burning holes in your carpet? Then this is the book for you. This is an introduction to witchcraft plain and simple. No fuss, no fluff, just a few practical exercises and guidelines to help you recognise the type of witch that lies within you.

The Nature Handbook

The Nature Handbook
Author: Ernest H. Williams
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 296
Release: 2005-05-19
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9780195179293

A field guide that explores and explains the patterns of nature, revealing them to the many different types of nature observers--from birders to gardeners, hikers to environmentalists, wildflower enthusiasts to butterfliers.

The Wonders of the Invisible World. Observations ... Upon the Nature, the Number and the Operations of the Devils, Accompany'd with ... Accounts of the ... Molestations, by Dæmons and Witchcrafts, which Have Lately Annoy'd the Countrey: and the Trials of Some ... Malefactors Executed Upon Occasion Thereof. ... Some Counsils, Directing a Due Improvement of the ... Things Lately Done by ... Evil Spirits, in Our Neighbourhood ... Conjectures Upon the ... Events, Likely to Befall ... New England ... A ... Narrative of a Late Outrage Committed by ... Witches in Swedeland ... and ... The Devil Discovered: in a ... Discourse Upon ... Temptations ... of the Wicked One

The Wonders of the Invisible World. Observations ... Upon the Nature, the Number and the Operations of the Devils, Accompany'd with ... Accounts of the ... Molestations, by Dæmons and Witchcrafts, which Have Lately Annoy'd the Countrey: and the Trials of Some ... Malefactors Executed Upon Occasion Thereof. ... Some Counsils, Directing a Due Improvement of the ... Things Lately Done by ... Evil Spirits, in Our Neighbourhood ... Conjectures Upon the ... Events, Likely to Befall ... New England ... A ... Narrative of a Late Outrage Committed by ... Witches in Swedeland ... and ... The Devil Discovered: in a ... Discourse Upon ... Temptations ... of the Wicked One
Author: Cotton MATHER (D.D., F.R.S.)
Publisher:
Total Pages: 116
Release: 1693
Genre:
ISBN:

The Nature of Difference

The Nature of Difference
Author: George Ellison
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 307
Release: 2006-04-19
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1420004174

Unprecedented advances in genetics and biotechnology have brought profound new insights into human biological variation. These present challenges and opportunities for understanding the origins of human nature, the nature of difference, and the social practices these sustain. This provides an opportunity for cooperation between the biological and s