Backwoods Shamanism: An Introduction to the Old-Time American Folk Magic of Hoodoo Conjure and Rootwork, Paperback/Ray Doctor Hawk Hess

Descriere

This exciting account of southern hoodoo is written from the first-hand perspective of a real life modern practitioner who remains rooted in the old ways of his family. Full of original formulas and tried and true recipes this book also addresses history, divination and natural medicine in a simple, no-nonsense language making it easily accessible to the beginner, as well as an invaluable reference for the experienced practitioner. About the Author: I was born and raised in the south, going back and forth between Memphis and the backwoods of Hornsby Tennessee. My family is Mellungeon, a mixture of Romani (pejoratively known as gypsy) and African roots. I grew up learning folklore, wilderness skills, how to read omens and other types of folk magic which were presented to me is just fundamental knowledge I assumed every adult would have. I went on to study Old World (traditional) witchcraft, Asatru, Druidism and modern Wicca as well as other major religions before getting ordained as a Unitarian minister. In addition to my spiritual services I also offer lessons and workshops on natural living, wilderness survival and foraging. Having fully depended on my own skills in natural medicine since 1995, I now offer many of my own medicinal formulas to the public and do what I can as an herbalist and folk healer.