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How to Study Magic

A Guide to History, Lore, and Building Your Own Practice
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How to Study Magic by Sarah Lyons is a guide for those interested in exploring the mystical world of magic. It offers practical advice, exercises, and insights aimed at developing one's magical practice, with a focus on personal growth and self-discovery. The book delves into various magical traditions and techniques, providing a well-rounded introduction to the esoteric arts.
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You might enjoy this book if you're curious about incorporating elements of magic into your personal growth journey. With its engaging and practical approach, the book provides unique insights and techniques to explore self-help concepts in a truly magical way. If you're interested in enhancing your personal development through alternative methods, this book could be a captivating read.

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Wiccapedia (64K+ on Bookscan) meets Practical Magic (126K+ sold) in this dynamic-yet-practical introduction to the study of magic, perfect for beginner mystics, TikTok witches, and curious novices looking to dive into the trending world of mysticism but unsure where to start.

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An insider's guide for beginner mystics, How to Study Magic is your ultimate introduction to the main areas of magic from witchcraft to grimoires, what it means to practise them, and, most of all, how to get started.

Have you ever wanted to dive into the world of magic, but weren't sure where to begin? You're not alone! Knowing where to start can be mystifying, but it doesn't have to be.

In How to Study Magic, author, educator, and seasoned witch Sarah Lyons guides you through an introductory course of study, and an enchanted entry point to the wide world of magical paths. Drawing on Sarah's own experience practising and teaching magic for more than a decade, this interactive exploration takes novice witches through basic tools they can use in their studies, from divination and meditation to cleansing and protection, before diving into the history, lore, and modern incarnations of a wide range of magical practices.

With chapters on Witchcraft, Chaos Magic, Spellbooks and Grimoires, Gods and Goddesses, and more, this dynamic guide gives readers an insider's perspective on how to craft their own, personalised practice. Each chapter also contains interactive activities, journal prompts, and suggestions for further reading, allowing baby witches to chart their own paths and explore their own power.

For anyone who knows they want to study magic, but has no idea where to begin, How to Study Magic is the answer you've been waiting for.

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How to Study Magic by Sarah Lyons is praised for providing a well-organised and insightful guide for beginners interested in exploring the realm of magic. It is acclaimed for its clear presentation and practical advice, making it an essential resource for those new to the subject.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780762479207

Publisher: Running Press,U.S.

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 08 December 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Running Press Adult

Illustration: Full color case, two-color spots throughout

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Tobias GΓΆbel

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 160.0mm

Height: 220.0mm

Weight: 520g

Pages: 192

About the Author

Sarah Lyons is a writer, activist, occultist, and witch. She has been practicing magic for over a decade, and has been deeply involved in New York City s occult scene for years. Sarah was the witch in residence for Vice, where she had a weekly tarot-based web series, and has served as an on-air expert on the CW's Mysteries Decoded. Her writing has appeared in Teen Vogue, Vice, Broadly, Slutist, Fusion, Dirge Magazine, and Dear Darkling, and her first book, Revolutionary Witchcraft: A Guide to Magical Activism, was published in 2019 by Running Press. In addition to writing and practicing witchcraft, Sarah is an organizer with the New York City Democratic Socialists of America. She lives in Brooklyn.

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