Book Reviews - Jessica O. (thatbiologygeek)

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The 21 Lessons of Merlyn: A Study in Druid Magic and Lore
The 21 Lessons of Merlyn: A Study in Druid Magic and Lore
Author: Douglas Monroe
Book Type: Paperback
Rating:
12 member(s) found this review helpful.


This book is a great book of fiction, but a terible source for anyone interested in neodruidic practice. Monroe basis his assertions on the book of Pherylt, a KNOWN forgery from the 1800's. He claims that ancient druids used Echinacea when it is a plant found only in the new world and he repeatedly asserts that women were not druids when the historical accounts clearly state that they were.

Good for fiction, bad for serious study!

Review Date: 12/29/2006
Black Elk Speaks
Black Elk Speaks
Author: John G. Neihardt
Book Type: Paperback
Rating:
2


Excellent book! Recommended for those who are interested in real Oglala spiritual practice

Review Date: 12/29/2006
Dreaming the Dark : Magic, Sex, and Politics
Dreaming the Dark : Magic, Sex, and Politics
Author: Starhawk
Book Type: Paperback
Rating:
2


This is a great book for those interested in paganism and pagan perspectives on politics and activism

Review Date: 5/18/2007
The Lore of the Bard: A Guide to the Celtic and Druid Mysteries
The Lore of the Bard: A Guide to the Celtic and Druid Mysteries
Author: Arthur Rowan
Book Type: Paperback
Rating:
1


Pretty good book on neo-celtic spirituality

Review Date: 12/29/2006
The Modern-Day Druidess
The Modern-Day Druidess
Author: Cassandra Eason
Book Type: Paperback
Rating:
2


An OK book, not a historical source for actual druid practice, but rather an overview of neopagan - neodruidic ritual and magic.

Review Date: 11/28/2006
Never Cry Wolf
Never Cry Wolf
Author: Farley Mowat
Book Type: Paperback
Rating:
1 member(s) found this review helpful.


This book is soooo good and sooo very sad

Review Date: 12/29/2006
Norse Magic (World Magic Series)
Norse Magic (World Magic Series)
Author: Deanna J. Conway
Book Type: Paperback
Rating:
4 member(s) found this review helpful.


A neopagan take on the old norse relgion. This is NOT a historical source suitible for reconstructionists.

Review Date: 11/28/2006
The Perfect Name : A Step-by-Step Guide to Naming Your Baby
The Perfect Name : A Step-by-Step Guide to Naming Your Baby
Author: Jeanine Cox
Book Type: Paperback
Rating:
5


Lots of really great and unusually names.

Review Date: 11/28/2006
Sand County Almanac (Outdoor Essays  Reflections)
Sand County Almanac (Outdoor Essays Reflections)
Author: Aldo Leopold
Book Type: Paperback
Rating:
1 member(s) found this review helpful.


Possibly the -best- bit of nature writing ever produced

Review Date: 12/29/2006
A Walk in the Woods:  Rediscovering America on the Appalachian Trail
A Walk in the Woods: Rediscovering America on the Appalachian Trail
Author: Bill Bryson
Book Type: Paperback
Rating:


One of the most excellent and humorous books I've ever read.

Review Date: 12/30/2006
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