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Number 6: "A Witch’s Bible" by Janet and Stewart Farrar is my number 6 choice. This book is very good, and it’s very versatile. It gives history of the craft, information on Sabbats and other major events. It even gives diagrams and
pictures of different things for easy reference! This is a massively comprehensive book, so give it a read!
Number 5: Number 5 is Scott Cunningham’s "Wicca: A Guide to the Solitary Practitioner." The thing about Paganism is that it’s not always an option to join a coven, it’s not always possible to find others, or maybe you’re just not out of the broom closet yet.
Whichever the case, this is a good book to get into the craft even when you don’t have anyone near you that’s in the craft.
Number 4: Book number 4 is the "Elemental Witch" by Tammy Sullivan. Ok, you’ve learned the basics, now what? This book introduces the beginner to elemental witchcraft in their rituals. It explains about a witch’s
element, and explains how to work with your element in your craft. A very good book, and written in a way that is very easy to understand.
Number 3: "Buckland’s Big Book of Witchcraft" by Raymond Buckland was the second book I ever read on the topic of Paganism. Buckland’s books are always packed with information, and this book was no exception.
It has many sections on a variety of topics, including very helpful lists of herbs and stones and their properties for easy lookup by those starting into rituals and spellwork. This also gives a great detailing of the history of modern witchcraft. I find his writing to be entertaining as well, so definitely look into this one!
Number 2: This book has to be one of my all time favorites, it’s called "Essential Wicca" by Paul Tuitean and Estelle Daniels. I understand that not all Pagans are Wiccans (I’m one of those that are
not). But I think giving yourself a basis, something to start with, is great. This book is split into three parts. The first part is in general teaching about the basics. Like what Widdershins and Deosil are, or the elements. Another is for a bit more advanced teaching with rituals explained and how to do them. For example, a beautiful Gardnerian ritual is described in this area, as well as a very basic circle for first timers. And the last part is a glossary and dictionary for the more confusing words so they are easy to look up. All in all, this is a great book and the first pagan book I ever read.
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