Ruby Sisson Library

Traces the origins and progression of hysteria, fear, and persecution associated with witches and witchcraft in western societies.

Presents an overview of black magic, also known as witchcraft.

Presents the practices, rituals, and roles of witches and magic-makers around the world and throughout history.

Tracing as far back as the Stone Age, witches have fascinated us for centuries. But were they evil sorceresses determined to seek revenge, or suppressed feminists who were misunderstood? From Egyptian priestesses to Norse healers, take a closer look at witches throughout history and across the world, in this holistic non-fiction book that incorporates poetry, art, mythology, hexes, potions, and magic from different cultures and religions around the...

Explores both sides of the question of whether or not witchcraft is destructive, looking at issues related to the Harry Potter books, wiccans serving in the military, and the validity of magic.