Mountain Magic

Explore the Secrets of Old Time Witchcraft

Rebecca Beyer

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Wellfleet Press,U.S.
31 January 2023

Traditional medicine & herbal remedies; Magic, spells & alchemy; Witchcraft & Wicca

Series: Modern Folk Magic

Tap into the deep magical tradition of the American backwoods, one rooted in the power of place, land, and nature. This illustrated guide to plants and herbs, rites and rituals of the moon and seasons will allow you to explore this powerful magic of the hills and hollows.

Focused on natural and plant magic, the authentic magical tradition brings more meaning and cultural relevance to a witch's practice. Guided by expert witch and forager Rebecca Beyer, this guidebook is for those seeking to take a step back and learn about the origins and cultural significance of magical practices.

By: Rebecca Beyer
Imprint: Wellfleet Press,U.S.
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 210mm, Width: 140mm,
Weight: 544g
ISBN: 9781577153351
ISBN 10: 1577153359
Series: Modern Folk Magic
Pages: 160
Publication Date: 31 January 2023
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

CONTENTS Introduction: News Come from Down the Mountain CHAPTER I. THE CALLING The Appalachian Witch or Conjure Person Witch Doctors & Charm Doctors Water Witches & Dowsers Wart Doctors Granny Women or Granny Midwives Yarb Doctors Burn Whisperers Blood Stoppers CHAPTER II. MOUNTAIN MEDICINE The Landscape The Roots of Appalachian Medicine Folk Medical Knowledge The Tonic Tradition CHAPTER III. THE YARBS: OCCULT USES OF APPALACHIAN HERBS Asafoetida Cayenne Pepper Ginseng Goldenrod Blackberry Jimsonweed, Datura Mayapple or American Mandrake Sassafras Horse Nettle Mugwort Mullein Onion Rhododendron Peach Persimmon Poke Rabbit Tobacco CHAPTER IV. THE WORKINGS: CHARMS & CURSES Materia Magica Protection from Evil Breaking Curses Witchballs SATOR ROTAS Square ABRACADABRA Charm Witch Bottles Healing Charms Love Workings Ghosts & Spirits Animalia CHAPTER V. SEASONAL LORE & MOUNTAIN ASTROLOGY Lore for All Seasons Planting by the Signs with Mountain Astrology Astrological Lore Some Final Words Bibliography Index Acknowledgments About the Author

Rebecca Beyer is an Appalachian Folk herbalist, Traditional Witch, and wild food forager dedicated to living simply on the Earth. She has taught and presented at universities, conferences and gatherings over the last 10 years with the hope of showing people that living a seasonal life grounded in connection with the Old Ways is possible. Through growing, foraging, hunting, fishing and preserving her own food, she strives to create a life as close to her ancestors as possible while paying homage to the diverse peoples who created beloved Appalachia. She makes her living tattooing, teaching foraging and Appalachian folk herbalism and craft classes at her school, Blood and Spicebush School of Old Craft. Rebecca currently spends her days dedicating herself to Appalachian folk arts, primitive skills, folk music and learning the names of all the beings she shares her bioregion with. www.bloodandspicebush.com

Reviews for Mountain Magic: Explore the Secrets of Old Time Witchcraft

Rebecca Beyer's fresh, can't-miss book is a love letter to the traditions, folklore, and people of Appalachia...Imbued with a love of people and place, Mountain Magic is a standout occult text. * ForeWord Reviews *