{"title":"Mary-Grace Fahrun","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the enchanting world of Mary-Grace Fahrun, a captivating author known for her insightful exploration into the age-old traditions of Italian folk magic. Her works are a treasure trove for anyone interested in the mystical and practical aspects of personal development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn her debut book, \u003cem\u003eItalian Folk Magic\u003c\/em\u003e, Fahrun takes readers on a fascinating journey through the spiritual and cultural practices of her Italian heritage. This book is not only a guide to the rich tapestry of rituals and remedies but also a heartfelt memoir that connects modern life with timeless traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHer follow-up, \u003cem\u003eLiving Folk Magic\u003c\/em\u003e, delves even deeper, offering practical advice and encouragement for those looking to incorporate these powerful practices into everyday life. It’s a blend of personal anecdotes and actionable insights that aim to empower readers in their self-help and personal development journeys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMary-Grace Fahrun's books are perfect for those looking to enhance their lives with a touch of magic grounded in deeply-rooted cultural wisdom. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or a curious newcomer, her approachable and insightful writing will inspire and guide you towards a more connected and magical existence.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"italian-folk-magic-by-mary-grace-fahrun-9781578636181","title":"Italian Folk Magic","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn this fascinating journey through the magical, folkloric, and healing traditions of Italy, the reader learns uniquely Italian methods of magical protection and divination, and spells for love, sex, control, and revenge.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"Mary-Grace Fahrun's \u003ci\u003eItalian Folk Magic\u003c\/i\u003e is an intimate journey into the heart of Italian folk magical practices as they are lived every day. Having grown up in an extended Italian family in North America and Italy, the author presents us with the stories, characters, saints, charms, and prayers that form the core of folk religion, setting them in context in an authentic, down-to-earth, and humorous voice. A delight to read!\" — \u003cstrong\u003eSabina Magliocco\u003c\/strong\u003e, Professor of Anthropology, University of British Columbia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eItalian Folk Magic\u003c\/i\u003e contains:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003emagical and religious rituals\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eprayers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003edivination techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ecrafting\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eblessing rituals\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ewitchcraft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe author also explores the evil eye, known as malocchio in Italian, explaining what it is, where it comes from, and, crucially, how to get rid of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book can help Italians regain their magical heritage, but Italian folk magic is a beautiful, powerful, and effective magical tradition that is accessible to anyone who wants to learn it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46868702396652,"sku":"9781578636181","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/1239313482750.jpg?v=1759765851"},{"product_id":"living-folk-magic-by-mary-grace-fahrun-9781578638871","title":"Living Folk Magic","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eLiving Folk Magic\u003c\/i\u003e emphasises that folk magic is something alive, vital, and modern. Discover practical and helpful information, regardless of your ethnic or spiritual background, to create a fulfilling and successful folk magic practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFolk magic exists in every culture and has been practised since the dawn of time. It is more than casting a spell or creating a ritual. It is a way of life, a way of living, a way of perceiving the world and all within it. \u003ci\u003eLiving Folk Magic\u003c\/i\u003e explains how to build an entire folk magic practice from cleansing and protecting to blessing and cursing and provides instructions on how to build altars (whether openly or secretly), practise divination, communicate with spirits, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupported by the 'four pillars of magic', these elements serve to provide stability, structure, and protection:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCleansing:\u003c\/b\u003e to remove negative energy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlessing:\u003c\/b\u003e to imbue with love\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eProtecting:\u003c\/b\u003e to charge with energy that repels evil\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDefending:\u003c\/b\u003e to combat evil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eLiving Folk Magic\u003c\/i\u003e, author Mary-Grace Fahrun seeks to share her magical perspective and processes in the hope of inspiring both beginners and experienced practitioners alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47371244667116,"sku":"9781578638871","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/1266213482750.jpg?v=1773217383"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/mary-grace-fahrun.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}