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Waking the Witch

Reflections on Women, Magic, and Power
By Pam Grossman
Series: Witchcraft Bestseller
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Waking the Witch by Pam Grossman explores the cultural and historical significance of witches, tracing their evolution from feared figures to symbols of female empowerment. Grossman delves into the role of witches in modern society, examining their impact on art, spirituality, and feminism. The book encourages readers to embrace their own power and individuality, offering insights into personal growth and self-discovery.
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If you're interested in exploring the intersection of spirituality, feminism, and personal empowerment, this book offers a thought-provoking journey. It delves into the cultural history of witches while examining how their symbolism can inspire individuals seeking to harness their own inner power. You may enjoy it if you're intrigued by the ways mythology and history can inform personal growth and modern self-discovery.

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A whip-smart and illuminating exploration of the world’s fascination with witches from podcast host and practicing witch Pam Grossman (The Witch Wave), who delves deeply into why witches have intrigued us for centuries and why they’re more relevant now than ever.

When you think of a witch, what do you picture? Pointy black hat, maybe a broomstick. But witches in various guises have been with us for millennia. In Waking the Witch, Pam Grossman explores the cultural and historical impact of the world’s most magical icon. From the idea of the femme fatale in league with the devil in early modern Europe and Salem, to the bewitching pop culture archetypes in Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Sabrina the Teenage Witch, and Harry Potter; from the spooky ladies in fairy tales and horror films to the rise of feminist covens and contemporary witchcraft, witches reflect the power and potential of women.

In this fascinating read that is part cultural analysis, part memoir, Pam opens up about her own journey on the path to witchcraft, and how her personal embrace of the witch helped her find strength, self-empowerment, and a deeper purpose.

A comprehensive meditation on one of the most mysterious and captivating figures of all time, Waking the Witch celebrates witches past, present, and future, and reveals the critical role they have played—and will continue to play—in shaping the world as we know it.

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Pam Grossman's Waking the Witch is widely praised as an insightful blend of history, memoir, and feminist exploration. It celebrates witches as symbols of resistance and empowerment and examines their cultural significance across history, literature, and art. The book is noted for its engaging narrative, combining humour and personal storytelling, offering a relatable and inspiring perspective on witchcraft that challenges stereotypes and encourages personal reflection.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781982100704

Publisher: Simon & Schuster

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 11 July 2019

Country: United States

Imprint: Gallery

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 135.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 361g

Pages: 304

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Health & Wellness Mindset & Self Help Non-Fiction Pam Grossman Self-Help & Personal Development Series: Witchcraft Bestseller

About the Author

Pam Grossman is the creator and host of The Witch Wave podcast and the author of What is a Witch. Her writing has appeared in such outlets as The New York Times, The Atlantic, Time, Ms., and her occulture blog, Phantasmaphile. She is cofounder of the Occult Humanities Conference at NYU, and her art exhibitions and magical projects have been featured in such publications as Artforum, Art in America, and The New Yorker. She lives in Brooklyn with her husband and their feline familiar. You can find her at PamGrossman.com and @Phantasmaphile.

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